Since ancient Chinese Emperors first recognized its benefits for stress relief, sleep inducing properties and immunity enhancement, the Reishi mushroom has been revered in Traditional Eastern Herbal medicine as one of its main herbs.[1] Reishi mushrooms can help with stress reduction, sleep inducing qualities as well as immune enhancement.

Reishi Mushroom, Ashwagandha Root and Calming Chamomile Flowers all work to promote relaxation and promote sleep, making this blend an effective sleep aid.

Passionflower

Passionflower vine is a potency nervine, relieving nervous tension and helping support sleep. Additionally, passionflower extract supports healthy GABA levels in the brain and has anti-anxiety properties that may prove especially helpful before surgery – in one randomized clinical trial passionflower extract proved just as effective at providing anxiety relief as pharmaceutical sedatives such as Oxazepam.

Passionflower has long been used as an effective remedy for nerve pain (neuralgias), including numbness, burning and tingling sensations in the nerves. Studies have demonstrated its efficacy by decreasing excitatory neurons’ activity levels within the brain and nervous system as well as decreasing their inflammatory response and decreasing nerve cell sensitivity to pain and discomfort.

Passionflower can also help ease hot flashes associated with menopause by modulating GABA levels in the brain, which in turn reduces excitation of specific neurons, helping women relax more easily and sleep more soundly. Furthermore, passionflower has also been shown to decrease depression related to menopause by possibly decreasing estrogen levels or changing hormonal balance.

Passiflora incarnata is an easy garden plant to maintain, and an edible one too – delicious and nutritious. Its leaves and flowers contain numerous beneficial compounds like alkaloids like harmine, passiflorine and harmalol as well as flavonoids such as apigenin, isovitexin, kaempferol luteolin glycosides and quercetin which make up its nutritional profile.

All these ingredients combine for a restful night tea. Try it with some warm milk for maximum enjoyment!

Holy Basil

Holy basil (Ocimum sanctum), commonly referred to in India as “tulsi”, is a revered herb considered sacred as well as being considered the goddess incarnate in plant form. Cultivated across India as medicine since centuries ago, holy basil serves as a stress-reducing adaptogen that helps the body manage everyday challenges while simultaneously increasing mental balance and wellbeing.

Tulsi has been shown to enhance respiratory systems by opening airways and decreasing inflammation. Furthermore, its antiviral and antimicrobial properties offer natural protection from illness while decreasing risk of infections; its components ursolic acid and rosmarinic acid likely play a part in providing these beneficial properties.

Studies have linked tulsi with lower cholesterol and blood sugar levels, and antioxidant properties that support normal metabolic processes, including the reduction of blood pressure.

Holy basil tea can provide numerous health and wellbeing benefits worldwide. Enjoy it first thing in the morning for energy boost or as a relaxing night-time sleep aid; or combine it with other herbs and spices to create unique combinations to boost flavor, health, and well-being.

Wunderground’s Magic Mushroom Gummies feature Tulsi as one of the herbs, creating a nutrient-rich blend designed to foster creativity and calm, ground your flow with an overall sense of serenity and restful nights with strong circadian rhythms and clear minds. Tulsi can help rediscover the power of sleep!

Anemarrhena Root

Anemarrhena (Zhi Mu) is a perennial erect herb of the lily family that is sometimes planted as ornamental. Harvested from its rhizomes and dried before medicinal use, its long history dates back 2,000 years! Antipyretic, expectorant, diuretic effects are all among its various pharmacological actions; additionally it serves as an excellent lung tonic that helps clear away heat, purge fire and nourish yin.

Anemarrhena has long been used to address symptoms associated with excess heat, which can damage Yin and lead to various ailments including fever, coughing and night sweats. Additionally, anemarrhena can also be used for conditions affecting kidneys such as seminal emissions or menopausal symptoms; its powerful moistening properties help treat dry cough and facilitate urination.

Recent pharmacological research has confirmed the efficacy of Anemarrhena, in particular its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. These active compounds may play an integral role in regulating central nervous system activity and mental wellbeing; improving blood circulation while decreasing high blood pressure is another benefit found within its active compounds.

Anemarrhena root can be safely used when taken under medical advice and as directed. However, some medications can interact with Anemarrhena and cause an unsafe drop in blood pressure for those taking drugs to control blood pressure or diabetes medications. Pregnant and breastfeeding women are advised against taking Anemarrhena. Iron cooking utensils should also be avoided when making herbal decoctions as this may alter the chemical makeup of the herb and render it less effective.

Sichuan Lovage Root

Traditional Chinese medicine counts lovage root (Ligusticum chuanxiong Hort.; also known by its syn. name Ligusticum wallichii) among its 50 fundamental herbs. It is revered for its ability to improve circulation and relieve headaches; helping reduce tension while increasing clarity of mind. Furthermore, this herb contains anti-inflammatory properties which may relieve symptoms associated with stress such as headache and heart palpitations.

Lovage root can also be used to treat various gynecological ailments, including menstrual cramps. It’s often recommended for women suffering from PMS, irregular menstruation or hot flashes associated with menopause; and digestive issues like abdominal pain, bloating diarrhea vomiting. In addition, lovage can act as an expectorant by loosening up phlegm and relieving breathing difficulties like asthma and bronchitis.

Si Wu Tang, a popular Chinese herbal formula, includes Rhemannis mushroom, White Peony and Dang Guik as key components. Si Wu Tang regulates Chong and Ren meridians which regulate female reproductive function; additionally it can help treat urinary tract inflammation and kidney stones.

Good Pharma Rest Assured tea is formulated using this traditional Chinese herb and other ingredients known to aid sleep. This caffeine-free blend includes jujube seed, porcine root extract and Sichuan lovage root with anemarrhena and licorice roots as sleep enhancers – passion flower may also provide additional support in aiding better restful slumber for those suffering insomnia. Finally, all this goodness is combined into premium green tea leaves along with other botanicals to provide a delicious cup of tea that aids better restful restful restful restful sleep.

Ashwagandha Root

Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) is a small evergreen shrub similar to winter cherry that originates in India, the Middle East, and northern Africa where it has long been appreciated for strengthening and rejuvenating both mind and body. An adaptogenic herb, Ashwagandha naturally reduces stress while simultaneously helping the body balance itself more effectively.

Ashwaganda is another sleep-promoting herb. A 2012 study showed that taking Ashwagandha extract reduced stress hormones, decreasing cortisol levels in stressed people. Ashwagandha root and leaf extract has been proven to ease insomnia symptoms by shortening sleep onset latency times (how long it takes you to fall asleep once in bed).

Ashwagandha root supplements or tea bags sold in health stores contain ashwagandha root. When mixed with other herbs and spices to create our Sweet Dreams blend of herbal tea, it can provide an idyllic oasis. Chamomile and lavender soothe your mind, while reishi mushrooms help provide relaxation. It is recommended to drink this herbal tea 30 minutes prior to bedtime in order to allow your mind to fully unwind, while screens should also be eliminated from your bedroom environment to aid sleep.

Explore this herbal tea or add some reishi mushroom powder to water for an enjoyable beverage. Or use reishi and ashwagandha together as the basis of an delicious latte; for an increased strength add some dandelion root or chaga mushroom for additional effects. Reishi and ashwagandha both are powerful adaptogens which help the body and mind cope with stress, alleviating anxiety.