Description:
Mind Calm is an innovative formula in the form of a cherry flavored powdered drink mix, containing a synergistic blend of ingredients known to regulate cathecholamines and up-regulate the inhibitory neurotransmitter, GABA. The formula aims to promote a calm mind, relaxed physiological and emotional state. Helpful for focus,anxiety,racing thoughts, Mood Sings, Panic, and general stress relief. Useful to: * Support Relaxed Mood * Support Inhibitory Neurotransmitter Function * Support Neuronal Stabilization * Support Healthy Blood Pressure * Support Intracellular Osmotic Regulation, Important in Neuronal Transmission

Discussion

Inositol (present as myo-inositol, one of nine distinct isomers of inositol) is a six-carbon cyclic polyalcohol that occurs naturally in
all living cells. Fruits, beans, grains, and nuts contain some inositol; however, an 1800-2500 calorie daily diet has been shown
to provide only 225-1500mg of myo-inositol. Of the nearly 100% of ingested myo-inositol that is absorbed in the gastrointestinal
tract, more than half becomes lipid-bound. In contrast to low plasma concentration, the peripheral nerves have an extraordinarily
high concentration of myo-inositol. Inositol is a precursor for the second-messenger phosphatidyl-inositol system.1 Based upon
validated scoring procedures, double-blind, controlled, random-order crossover clinical trials using up to 18 grams of myoinositol
per day for a month have demonstrated minimal to no side-effects and impressive effi cacy in comparison to placebo or
drug.2,3,4

GABA (gamma aminobutyric acid) is an amino acid manufactured in brain cells from glutamate. This primary neurotransmitter,
abundant in the cerebral cortex, increases the production of alpha waves - which are related to a relaxed, yet mentally focused
state - while decreasing beta waves, associated with hyperactivity, nervousness, and fl eeting thoughts. Suffi cient GABA results
in the smooth, calming, regular rhythmic fl ow of electrical impulses in the brain needed for emotional well-being.5 The absence
of suffi cient GABA may be responsible for headaches, palpitations, poorly regulated blood pressure, and poor sex drive, and
may even contribute to seizures. Supplementation in humans has shown support for healthy cortisol and sIgA levels, even while
under stress.6

L-Taurine, a 2-aminoethanesulfonic acid originally isolated from ox bile, exists mainly in free form in the intracellular space
of tissues. This conditionally essential amino acid maintains cell volume via osmoregulation and stabilizes cell membranes in
the heart and brain, both electrically active tissues. Considered neuroprotective, taurine modulates the ability of mitochondria
to buffer intracellular calcium during glutamate depolarization and excitotoxicity, preventing cell death.7 In addition to its
antioxidant and anti-infl ammatory functions, taurine is important in neurotransmission, neuroregulation, and cardiac function,
including heart rhythm and blood pressure.8 Taurine supplementation also increases GABA.9

SunTheanine®, protected by more than 40 U.S. and international patents for its various physiological effi cacies and L-isomerspecifi
c production processes, is L-theanine (N-ethyl-L-glutamine), a naturally-occurring, biologically active, free-form amino
acid that gives green tea its characteristic taste. Although notable for its relaxation support, L-theanine also appears to display a
neuropharmacology suggestive of a possible neuroprotective and cognitive-enhancing agent. Theanine lowers glutamate levels by
preventing transport of glutamate’s precursor, glutamine.10 It may also inhibit excitatory neurotransmission and cause inhibitory
neurotransmission via glycine receptors.11 Theanine’s ability to relax the mind without inducing drowsiness has been documented
by an increase in alpha wave activity during EEG recording.12

Magnesium, sometimes referred to as the relaxation mineral and mainly found in the brain, bones, and muscles, assists in the
transmission of nerve impulses and is essential to more than 300 enzymatic reactions in the body. Magnesium supplementation
has been shown to improve mood and overall scores on the Menstrual Distress Questionnaire.