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Calming Formula

$13.99

Rama tulsi, blue vervain, skullcap, catnip ashwagandha, passionflower, chamomile, vegetable glycerine, spring water. 1 fl oz
*Alcohol Free

*All ingredients are organic, sustainably or locally sourced, and ethically wildcrafted.

Directions~ One full dropper, approximately 40 drops, up to three times daily or as needed. Please consult a qualified health practitioner if you are taking prescription medications.

The Calming Formula can be used interchangeably as both an adopgenic tonic helping to build resistance to stress, or as a relaxant nervine in acute or chronic situations to lessen worry, tension, or anxiety both in the day and at bedtime.

~Rama Tusli is a species of holy basil native to India and other parts of Southeast Asia. It has been used for thousands of years in Ayurvedic medicine as well as for it's spiritual symbolism as an embodied form of the divine feminine. In this tradition it is referred to as rasayana, or a rejuvinator by nourishing general health. It positively addresses nervous system issues and promotes relaxation, as well as being uplifting to the mood. It is adaptogenic in that it helps the body regulate to stressors and builds resiliency.

Rama tulsi is immunomodulatory, antihistamine, anti-inflammatory, antifungal, antibacterial, antiviral and antiprotozoal activity. It is neuroprotective  may help in protecting against neurodegenerative disorders, poor memory, or head trauma. It acts as a digestive aid for bloating, gas, better absorption of nutients, stimulates digestive enzymes, and cleanses waste. Helps insulin resistance, protects the heart, and decreases pain.

~Blue vervain is native to the United States and Southern Canada. In folk practices it was used to treat nervous conditions, and is classified as both an adaptogen and as a nervine relaxant. It strengthens and nourishes the nervous system, and helps in nervous issues where there is resulting muscle tension or spasms. It is also helpful for general pain and inflammation in the body, and for female hormonal issues.

~Skullcap is native to North America, Europe, Asia, and Canada. Used by Native Americans as a nervous system tonic, kidney problems, and women's health. It is a relaxing sedative calming an overactive mind or mental tension, anxiety, addiction recovery, and as a sleep aid. Additonally skullcap has powerful anti-inflammatory properties and can be helpful for muscle pain and spasms.

~Catnip is native to Europe and Asia, where it was long used in cooking and herbal medicine. Catnip was naturalized to North America and used by Native American people such as the Cherokee and Iroquois as a tonic, relaxant, and digestive aid for both adults and children.  In European folk traditions it was used in fertility charms and as a sleep aid.

Medicinally catnip is still a popular herb for calming nervousness, promoting restful sleep, colds, flu, mild pain relief, as an antispasmodic, supportive of healthy digestion, and soothing to the stomach. Considered a very safe and gentle herb, it is popular as a sleep and relaxant aid, for digestive spasms, and diarrhea in both children and infants. Catnip can also be smoked, and used externally for cuts, burns, bites, and skin problems.

~Ashwagandha is one of the most important adaptogenic herbs used for thousands of years in India. It has a specific affinity for improving endocrine function. For those under constant stress, lack of sleep, or chronic health conditions that leave the body fatigued, ashwagandha can be tremendously beneficial. Associated with the horse in Vedic times, ashwagandha's use was to improve stamina. Yet like other adaptogenic herbs can also be used in the evening as a fortifying and relaxing tonic helping to improve restful sleep.

~Passionflower's is native to the Southeastern United States, Central America, and South America. It's first recorded use dates back to the Aztecs. First Nations people such as the Creek and Cherokee used passionflower as both food and medicine. It's primary uses are as a nerve tonic and to promote relaxation. It has a mild sedative action, will support restful sleep, and calms the mind. It also acts as an antispasmodic, helps relax painful spasms, has mild pain relieving properties such as nerve pain, and beneficial for hormonal irregularities such as premenstrual syndrome. Additionally, passionflower has been documented to help with side effects from drug withdrawal.

~Chamomile is native to Europe and Western Asia and in ancient Egypt and Greece was used to expel harmful energy, and promote spiritual balance. Medicinally chamomile is soothing to a tense nervous system. It is often used for irritability, hypersensitiveness, nervousness, sleep troubles, stress, and mood disorders. It has mild pain relieving properties due to it's muscle relaxing action. Additionally chamomile improves digestion, is antispasmodic, antimicrobial, antihistamine properties, respiratory tract, as well as for the skin issues.

*This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.