Daily Archives: October 30, 2014

Sleep Support – Our Customer’s Favorites

SleepSupportCustomerFavsSusanBiconBy Susan Brown
Health & Wellness Editor
 

Regular and restful sleep is one of the cornerstones of good health. A good night’s sleep is more than restorative and refreshing. It’s as necessary as food and water for basic survival. Persistent sleep deficit can have adverse and debilitating effects on health. Chronic sleep loss can weaken your immune system, impair cognitive function and diminish physical performance. Sleep loss can interfere with hormone production and neurotransmitter release, which can result in psychological damage, and can negatively affect mood, appetite and behavior. Many of us suffer from chronic or partial sleep deprivation, as sleep is one of the things we often scrimp on while going about our sometimes overly busy and stressful lives.

While we rationalize that we can somehow catch up on missed hours of sleep, scientists say that’s a fallacy. Once the opportunity to get a good night’s sleep is gone, the sleep debt is difficult if not impossible to repay. Over time, this may result in increasingly hampered bodily function and slowed ability to concentrate. An occasional restless night is normal and almost unavoidable and may result in a frustrating and uncomfortable following day. The cumulative effect of consecutive nights of poor sleep or chronic insomnia can leave you feeling miserable and moody, unable to focus and perform and can increase your risk of accidental injury. It can also put you at risk for developing serious medical conditions including obesity, diabetes and heart disease.

Strategies abound for those who wish to improve their sleeping habits and optimize their sleep, and can include:

  • Create a relaxing sanctuary for sleeping and appropriate bedroom activities only.
  • Establish a calming bedtime routine to help you unwind before bed.
  • Keep your sleep hours consistent seven days a week.
  • Maintain a comfortable, quiet and tranquil bedroom atmosphere.
  • Keep the temperature at an optimal 60° – 68°.
  • Dim the lights to encourage the release of sleep hormones and induce the body to settle down in preparation for rest.
  • Turn off or shut down electronics at least an hour before bed. Artificial light exposure disrupts the body’s natural circadian rhythm and reduces the release of the brain’s sleep regulating chemicals.

As always, our customers know best! Here are some of our customers’ five star rated supplements for restorative sleep:

Kavinace®
 
 
Kavinace® by NeuroScience – As our most popular sleep support supplement, Kavinace® reduces symptoms of insomnia and anxiety and promotes healthy levels of GABA to calm the mind and body.
 
 
Cortisol Manager™
Cortisol Manager™ by Integrative Therapeutics – Top selling Cortisol Manager™ contains standardized proprietary blends that support all day stress reduction and the normal ability to fall asleep. This natural, non-habit forming formula supports restorative sleep without morning grogginess.
 
 
Guna-Sleep
Guna-Sleep by Guna Biotherapeutics – Customer favorite Guna-Sleep is a homeopathic formula designed for the temporary relief of sleep difficulties. This product addresses symptoms such as difficulty falling asleep, frequent night wakenings or restless, poor quality sleep.
 
 
PheniTropic™
 
PheniTropic™ by Biotics Research – Another 5 star rated favorite product, PheniTropic™ provides natural support for stress and anxiety relief to aid and encourage restful sleep.  
 
 
 
Tranquility, Q.
 
Tranquility, Q. by Quantum Nutrition Labs – As a nutraceutical sleep formula, Tranquility promotes restful sleep, overall relaxation and calm mood, enabling you to awake refreshed and ready to greet the day.
 
 

Featured Brand: Biotics Research Corporation

BioticsSusanBiconBy Susan Brown
Health & Wellness Editor

 

From research and development to raw materials testing, through production, quality control and final product analysis, Biotics Research continues to be an industry leader in the creation of superior quality professional nutritional products. Biotics Research doesn’t stop there– but continues to be a standout among nutraceutical manufacturers by being the first to introduce products to the American market, including the introduction of specific trace minerals , CoQ10 in tablet form and vitamins A and E in emulsified form. Biotics Research continues to isolate new compounds, develop new methods of accurate analysis, assist in clinical research and implement new, effective delivery systems.

All products are manufactured in Biotics’ own cGMP compliant facility, allowing for complete control of the entire manufacturing process. All raw materials and finished products are tested for identity, potency and biological activity. Testing by trained personnel using state of the art laboratory instrumentation ensures that all products are safe, effective and free of heavy metals, toxins, and bacteria. These products combine the best of science and nature and are available solely through healthcare professionals.

Great products result in happy customers! The following is a sampling of products that are highly ranked in customer satisfaction.

Bio-D-Mulsion Forte
 
 
Bio-D-Mulsion Forte® – This product supplies 2,000 IU per drop of vitamin D3 in micro-emulsified form for enhanced absorption and utilization. Bio-D-Mulsion Forte® is particularly useful for those with malabsorption issues. Gluten-free formula.
 
B-12 2000 Lozenges
 
 
B12-2000™ – Each pleasant tasting one-daily lozenge supplies high potency levels of vitamin B12, B6 and folate in a dairy-free, gluten-free formula.  
 
 
Mg-Zyme (Magnesium)
 
Mg-Zyme™ (Magnesium) – This supplemental magnesium blend supplies mixed mineral chelates in a biologically-active, organic vegetable culture containing naturally associated phytochemicals. Gluten and dairy-free formula.
 
 
GlucoBalance®
 
GlucoBalance® – Formulated with higher amounts of micronutrient vitamins and minerals to meet the specific dietary needs of those with undesirable blood sugar balance. Gluten-free formula.
 
 
Bio-Multi Plus
 
Bio-Multi Plus™ – This versatile and well balanced multiple vitamin and mineral formula supplies unique forms of important micro-nutrients available exclusively through Biotics Research. Also available in copper and iron free formulas. Gluten-free.
 
 
ADHS (Adrenal Hormones and Adaption to Stress)
 
 ADHS® – Designed to support normal cortisol levels, this adaptogenic adrenal formulation contains no glandular material and is suitable for vegetarians. Gluten and dairy-free formula.