GLYCINE
SAFFRON
ACTIVE INGREDIENTS
ACTIVE INGREDIENTS
Glycine
Crocus sativus extract (2% safranal)
WHAT IS GLYCINE?
WHAT IS SAFFRON?
Glycine is an amino acid, which has been shown to have a multitude of benefits for mind and body. It is the second most-used amino acid in the synthesis of proteins and enzymes, and acts as an inhibitory and excitatory neurotransmitter in the brain and spinal cord.
Saffron is a herb, which has widespread traditional health-related uses. More recently, the therapeutic role of saffron for mood support has been explored. It is a natural support for neurotransmitters, which modulate various functions in the brain including sleep and mood regulation. Saffron must be handpicked under particular conditions, leading to its status as one of the most luxurious and expensive herbs. AOR’s saffron is a pure, standardized extract, sourced from Iran, and derived from a proprietary process that extracts the main active compounds of the saffron flowers without causing oxidative damage.
HOW DOES GLYCINE HELP WITH MOOD?
Glycine is well known for supporting muscle growth and repair. More recently, its has been shown that glycine enhances memory function and improves mood. Glycine’s ability to decrease brain excitability is useful for improving sleep quality as well as mood and emotional symptoms associated with certain brain disorders such as schizophrenia. Furthermore, glycine has been shown to improve memory performance which has been impaired by jet lag, shift work or disrupted sleep. Practicing good sleep hygiene, exercising, and eating a healthy balanced diet, alongside using supplements such as glycine should be considered to help promote relaxation.
HOW DOES SAFFRON HELP WITH MOOD AND SLEEP?
Studies have shown that Saffron is effective in the management of low mood and anxiety. It has been found to have GABA-like effects. GABA is a neurotransmitter in the brain and plays a key role in sleep regulation and brain relaxation. As such, Saffron acts like a “brake” during times of stress and anxiety, regulating brain excitability and inducing relaxation. AOR’s Saffron is designed to effectively relieve feelings of anxiety. Saffron should be considered to help support mood balance and manage stress.
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