Irwin Naturals Power to Sleep PM-Review
Product Claims of Power to Sleep
This is an in-depth review of Irwin Naturals Power to Sleep PM, a supplement that aids with overcoming insomnia. Insomnia is on the rise thanks to increasingly worry-filled lives, overstimulation by chemicals and technology and many other modern lifestyle and brain factors. The lack of a good night’s rest inhibits focus and productivity and general well being.
Power to Sleep PM claims to induce a good night’s sleep without subsequent feelings of haziness. It is a mostly herbal formulation in soft-gel capsule form that aids relaxation before sleeping, stimulates sleep and regenerates the body’s natural nutrient balance. This should also result in increased stress resilience.
Ingredients
Each serving of 2 capsules contains:
- Calcium (as Calcium Citrate) - 10 mg
- Magnesium (as Magnesium Citrate) - 13 mg
- Valerian Extract (0.8% valerenic acid) (root) - 200 mg
- Ashwagandha Extract (5% withanolides) (root) - 150 mg
- Hops Extract 4:1 (strobile) - 150 mg
- Passionflower Extract (3.5% flavonoids) (pericarp) - 150 mg
- Lemon Balm Extract (5% rosmarinic acid) (herb) - 10 mg
- GABA (Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid) - 100 mg
- L-Theanine - 50 mg
- Melatonin - 2 mg
- Bioperine Complex Bioperine consisting of Black Pepper extract (95% piperine) (fruit) and Ginger extract (5% gingerols) (root) - 6 mg
Soybean oil, gelatin, glycerin, purified water, soy lecithin, beeswax, titanium dioxide, caramel color and red cabbage powder is also included.
Valerian Root Extract alleviates anxiety and an inability to sleep. Melatonin and GABA help regulate normal sleeping rhythms. Ashwagandha is is an aid to fighting stress. Calcium and magnesium, help maintain a healthy nervous system. There is therefore a rounded approach to relaxation and calm, not merely sleep inducement. You should experience rest and feelings of vitality along with lessened anxiety.
The 0.8% ratio of Valerian extract is good although 0.10% is considered to be optimal. Glycerin can act as a diuretic, so some users indicate frequent urination at night which unfortunately interrupts sleep.
Note the California Residents Proposition 65 warning (State of California Prop 65), according to the the label: ‘This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm’. The manufacturer is not legally compelled to disclose the product, its form or amount. We find it likely that this product is titanium dioxide, which acts as a carcinogen when inhaled. Avoid Power to Sleep during pregnancy.
Dosage Instructions
An adult dose is 2 Soft-Gel capsules half an hour prior to getting into bed.
Cost and Guarantee
Power to Sleep PM retails for $20.99 online for 60 capsules, which is a 30-day supply. There is a 10% discount if you buy $50 or more of the product, and a 15% discount if you buy $100 or more through the manufacturer’s website. No guarantees were found.
Summary Of Our Power to Sleep Review
This Valerian-based herbal formulation is a good sleeping aid, especially when combined with the calming benefits of ginger and other compound inclusions. We would have preferred to see slightly raised Valerian levels by 0.2% more. There are good and bad consumer reviews for the product. Overall, user satisfaction seems to be the average. One drawback is some users’ increased urge to urinate during the night because of the glycerine.
Users also report waning effects after using Power to Sleep for 4 or 5 days, and increasing their dosages. Pregnant should avoid this product due to the mandatory state of California label warning flagging potential birth defects.
