Area: Neurosciences
Ecucalm is a food supplement
that is useful in cases of sleep disorders caused by agitation and difficulty in relaxing.
Its innovative formula has been specially designed and, thanks to the synergistic action of its four distinct types of constituents such as botanical extracts (Valeriana officinalis and Withania somnifera), aminoacids (Melatonin, L-Theanine, L-Tryptophan, Adenosine, Glycine), vitamins (Vitamin B6, Vitamin D3) and minerals (Magnesium, Zinc), it helps to:
- reduce the time it takes to fall asleep
- promote relaxation and sleep, especially in cases of stress
- alleviate psychological tension, promoting normal psychological function.
This specific formulation allows Ecucalm to have a global action, helping to support the normal physiological mechanisms responsible for regulating the sleep-wake cycle and normal psychological and cognitive function.
VALERIAN OFFICINALIS
Extracts from its roots are widely used to promote and improve sleep quality.
WITHANIA SOMNIFERA
Known as Indian ginseng or Ashwagandha, it is a tonic-adaptogen that helps combat physical and mental fatigue, facilitates relaxation and helps restore mental well-being.
L-THEANINE
L-Theanine, a natural amino acid first discovered in green tea with proven relaxation benefits. L-Theanine also exerts neuroprotective effects, modulates neurotransmitter activity and reduces psychological stress and sleep disorders. L-theanine intake increases levels of serotonin, dopamine and GABA in the brain. The L-Theanine in Ecucalm is Suntheanine, which is produced using a patented process that mimics the natural process in green tea leaves, resulting in 100% pure L-isomer-theanine.
L-TRYPTOPHAN
L-Tryptophan is classified as an 'essential' aminoacid, it cannot be synthesised by the human body and must therefore be ingested in the diet. This aminoacid is involved in a variety of metabolic pathways and requires an adequate amount of magnesium or vitamin B6. L-Tryptophan is the precursor to a number of important products including serotonin or melatonin. Serotonin is apparently involved in the regulation of mood, anxiety, sleep and many other functions.
MELATONIN
Melatonin is a hormone produced by the pineal gland (or epiphysis), a gland located at the base of the brain. It acts on the hypothalamus and regulates the sleep-wake cycle. It contributes to reducing the time required to fall asleep. The beneficial effect is obtained by taking 1 mg of the substance shortly before going to bed.
ADENOSINE AND GLYCINE
Melatonin is able to form a complex with adenosine (at a ratio of 1:4) which is stabilised with approximately 30% glycine to ensure greater bioavailability.
VITAMIN D
Vitamin D is a hormone also involved in modulating the sleep-wake rhythm. Vitamin D receptors have been found in brain regions involved in sleep regulation and recent clinical studies have shown that reduced vitamin D levels correlate with poor quality and short duration of sleep. Vitamin D also regulates the brain's serotonin concentration and consequently plays a key role in the synthesis of melatonin, a key hormone in the control of circadian and sleep rhythms.
VITAMIN B6
It contributes to the normal functioning of the nervous system and psychological functions.
MAGNESIUM
It contributes to the normal functioning of the nervous system and reduction of tiredness and fatigue.
ZINC
It helps to protect cells from oxidative stress and contributes to the normal function of the immune system.
