Peaceful Mind PM

Peaceful Mind PM

This blend is used to treat insomnia, reduce acute anxiety, and calm a restless, "wired" nervous system. It acts as a natural sleep aid that helps with falling asleep, staying asleep, and muscle relaxation without inducing heavy morning grogginess. 

Dosage: 

20-30 drops in the evening in juice or water

Ingredients:

Organic Skullcap

Organic Valerian Root 

Organic Hops

Grain Alcohol 

Warnings:

Key warnings include avoiding use if pregnant/breastfeeding, avoiding alcohol, potential liver concerns with long-term use, and severe sedation/dizziness. It may cause mental confusion and interact with sedative drugs. 

Why These Herbs: 

• Insomnia and Sleep Support: The combination is highly effective for promoting deep, restful sleep.

• Anxiety and Stress Relief: It acts as a nervine tonic to calm the nervous system, relieve stress, and ease tension or panicked feelings.

• Physical Relaxation: Helps with muscle tension, headaches, and menstrual cramps.

• "Tired and Wired" State: Ideal for when someone is exhausted but unable to relax. 

Specific Herb Roles:

• Skullcap (Scutellaria lateriflora): Calms the mind and relieves acute anxiety or nervous tension.

• Valerian Root (Valeriana officinalis): A strong sedative that helps with sleep latency and deep sleep.

• Hops (Humulus lupulus): Adds further sedative effects to help with restlessness. 

This tincture is often used by taking a dropperful about an hour before bed or as needed for intense stress.