Organic Passionflower - 90 ct,(Oregon's Wild Harvest)
Known for its fragrance and unique colorful flowers, passionflower was traditionally used as a calming herb. Today, the properties in Passionflower still make it useful as a soothing sleep-aid and in supporting relaxation in times of stress. Scientists believe that Passionflower works by increasing levels of a chemical called gamma-Aminobutyric acid (GABA) in the brain. GABA reduces the activity of some brain cells, inducing a greater state of relaxation. Passionflower is often combined with other herbs used for relaxation such as Valerian, Lemon balm, Skullcap, or Kava.  Herbs like Passionflower, Ashwagandha, Skullcap and Kava are able to help with stress because they improve the body's physiological response to stress, which decreases the demand placed on the adrenal glands and helps to lower cortisol levels. Lower cortisol levels help to improve sleep patterns and health in general. The roles that stress and the systems of the body play in your health are interrelated.Passionflower is an herb with a story and a long history. An herb to remember when stress keeps you from enjoying life or from sleeping as well as you'd like. We can't eliminate stress from our lives, but we can help our bodies better adapt to stress by using the many herbs available to do just that. So get passionate about your health; add a little Passionflower!