Description
Complete composition with 1.5mg short action melatonin plus 1.5mg melatonin in time release pellets, enriched with herbs ideal for enhancing the effectiveness of the product.
Ingredients that contribute to:
- the reduction of time taken to fall asleep (melatonin*)
- the alleviation of subjective feelings of jet lag (melatonin*)
- normal functioning of the nervous system (biotin*)
- normal psychological function (biotin*)
The composition contains the amino acid L-Tryptophane, which is converted to serotonin in the brain, contributing to normal sleep. In addition, it contains passiflora, magnolia, valerian and saffron, herbs known for their calming effects.
*Official health claims from the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA).
Directions
1 capsule daily, 1 hour before bedtime
Precautions: Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Food supplements do not replace a balanced diet. This product is not intended to prevent, treat or cure a human disease. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication or experiencing health problems. Keep away from little children in a cool and dry place at room temperature (max 25oC).
Composition
| SUPPLEMENT FACTS |
| Ingredients |
Amount per Serving: 1 capsule |
%NRV* |
| L-Tryptophane |
5mg |
50% |
| Pantothenic acid (Calcium D Pantothenate) |
3mg |
20% |
| Melatonin |
1,5mg |
** |
| Melatonin time-released granules |
1,5mg |
** |
| Biotin |
10mcg |
** |
| Magnolia Officinalis Rehder et Wilson., bark, fresh freeze dried |
25mg |
** |
| Saffron (Crocus sativus L.) fresh freeze dried |
1mg |
** |
| Passiflora incarnata fresh freeze dried |
100mg |
** |
| Valerian Officinalis fresh freeze dried |
100mg |
** |
* NRV: Nutrient Reference Value
** NRV: Not established
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