THE NIGHTCAP TINCTURE
The Nightcap Tincture
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Ingredients
(1:2 40%) California Poppy (Eschscholzia californica), Milky Oat Tops (Avena sativa), Passionflower (Pasiflora), Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla), fresh tart cherry, magnesium bisglycinate powder, certified gluten free vodka, six times distilled gluten free vodka.
Each BOTTLE contains 500MG of Tart Cherry, and 200MG of magnesium bisglycinate. The main stars of the show in the tincture, are the bioactive compounds inside the herbs. If you are looking for a tart cherry and magnesium supplement you may want to try our version of our grandpa's, "The Nightcap", (without the alcohol of course!) Which, pairs lovely with The Nightcap Tincture. Check that our here! -
Suggested Dosage
Adults (12 & UP): 1/2 tsp blended into water one hour before bed.
Children: (2 years old - 11 years old): allow the child two or three small sips off your drink, one hour before bed.
Infants: Mom drinks her "Nightcap" two hours before bed, then breastfeeds baby one hour before sleep. -
Contraindications
Tart cherry juice may interact with certain medications, including:
blood thinners, antibiotics, corticosteroids, and medications used to control blood pressure and cholesterol.
For ultimate safety, it is recommended that you space ANY medication out from ANY supplement, about 2-4 hours AFTER ANY medication.
Of course, it is best to consult your doctor before regularly consuming cherry juice when you're on any of the medications listed above.
ca poppy
California Poppy (Eschscholzia californica),
Golden poppy has been used by our ancestors since prehistoric times. This gentle, yet safe herb offers relaxing effects that may benefit you during times of stress and anxiety.
Modern herbalists reach for CA poppy when working with clients who are experiencing muscle aches, stress, insomnia, restlessness, headaches, and grief.
Research suggests that the constituents inside CA poppy may bind to the GABA-A receptors and therefore, may produce sedative like effects.
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Milky Oat Tops (Avena sativa)
Our herbalist chose oat straw and the milky oat tops for the fresh, earthy flavor it brings. She originally fell in love with Avena sativa when studying Eclectic medicine, their uses were endless. Lauren began growing, harvesting, and wildcrafting avena sativa to use for herself as a tonic. She believes it brings comfort to overworked, muscles, and "the always on the go, with the minds that tend to worry over spilt milk."
Avena sativa is considered a nutritive meaning it is loaded with micro minerals that are nourishing to the body in many different ways.
Our herbalist uses oat straw and milky oat tops to blend what we call in herbalism an adaptogen and gentle nervine together to bring the body, the full plant effect.
We believe that milky oat top constituents may tend to have more of an supportive effect to the central nervous system; more quickly, while oat straw is nourshing with micro minerals that may overtime, support a better stress response if consumed regularly.
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Passionflower (Passiflora)
Passionflower is an herbal nervine. Its primary claim to fame lies in its ability to settle scattered, racy thoughts and calm the mind before bed. The bioactive constituents inside passionflower that are responsbile for this affect is alkaloids, and other compounds that interact with GABA receptors int he brain. Which, has beeen shown in research to promote relaxation.
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Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla)
Chamomile tea has long been a bedtime staple for those seeking a restful night's sleep. But how exactly does this soothing herb work its magic? Let's explore the science behind chamomile's sleep-promoting properties.
Apigenin: The Key Player
Chamomile contains a flavonoid called apigenin, which binds to GABA receptors in the brain. GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) is a neurotransmitter that helps regulate sleep, relaxation, and anxiety. Not to mention apigenin is a very expensive OTC supplement. Sometimes its blended with other minerals such as magnesium and sold for over 120.00 for a 30 day supply! Why not just use chamomile?
Apigenin's interaction with GABA receptors may:
Reduce anxiety and stress: By calming the mind and body, chamomile makes it easier to fall asleep.
Promote relaxation: Apigenin's sedative effects can help quiet the nervous system, preparing the body for sleep.
Tart cherry
anthocyanins
Tart cherries, also known as sour cherries, are a type of fruit that's packed with antioxidants that fight damaging free radicals. These sour cherries contain many bioactive properties that support our overall health and wellness.
Recent research has confirmed their impressive benefits. From improving sleep quality, and duration, to reducing inflammation, tart cherries are a natural powerhouse that can have a significant impact on our overall health.
magnesium bisglycinate
the best magnesium for relaxation.
Our herbalist blended organic concentrated tart cherry powder, with bioavailable magnesium bisglycinate. This version of magnesium has been shown in research to relax muscles, soothe irritated nerves, which brings a sense of calm over our central nervous system.
Did you know the central nervous system requires food? The quality of food plays a major role in the overall function of the central nervous system, and even our neurotransmitters. Magnesium being one nutrient that the CNS does require in order to maintain proper function.
vodka
SOLVENT
Certified gluten free, six times distilled, organic, non-gmo vodka is used in the formulations of our tinctures. Making our tinctures safe for those with are avoiding specific foods for specific reasons, and of course so our friends with allergies can partake in the fun of tincture taking!
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