Sleep Complex Description
Pure Nootropics’ Optimal Sleep Complex is formulated with ingredients to help support healthy sleep patterns by promoting sleep quality and duration and may reduce the amount of time it takes to fall asleep. Optimal Sleep Complex Plus encourages restful sleep and supports a refreshed mood when awakening.
Optimal Sleep Complex Benefits
- Magnesium Bisglycinate Chelate promotes longer sleep times and falling asleep faster (ref)*
- Zinc Bisglycinate Chelate promotes and regulates sleep quality (ref) *
- Lemon Balm and Valerian Root Combination may promote better sleep quality (ref)*
- L-Tryptophan may decrease the time it takes to fall asleep (ref)*
- L-Theanine promotes sleep quality (ref)*
- Melatonin may decrease time it takes to fall asleep (ref)*
- Magnesium Bisglycinate Chelate, Melatonin and Zinc Combination may improve sleep quality, sleep times, and support a refreshed mood when awakening (ref)(ref)*
Optimal Sleep Complex Mode of Action
Magnesium Bisglycinate Chelate is a mineral which has sedative properties. The bisglycinate form of the mineral has the highest bioavailable absorption (1). Its structure of a chelated amino acid means that there are 2 glycine molecules (bisglycinate) attached to the magnesium molecule. The bisglycinate form is stable and avoids a breakdown in the gastrointestinal tract before it is completely absorbed. It is also tolerated better and has less gastrointestinal side effects. The bisglycinate chelate aids in mineral absorption because it is a small sized molecule and can be absorbed directly by intestinal cells. Pure Nootropics chooses to use TRAACS® by Albion Minerals which is a certification that the mineral content is guaranteed to be an authentic chelated mineral amino acid for superior bioavailability (2).
Magnesium helps promote longer sleep times and falling asleep faster through its ability to promote relaxation and calm the nervous system (2).
Zinc Bisglycinate Chelate is a trace element which has a higher bioavailability than zinc gluconate and other forms of zinc supplements. Its structure of a chelated amino acid means that there are 2 glycine molecules (bisglycinate) attached to the zinc molecule. The bisglycinate form is stable and avoids a breakdown in the gastrointestinal tract before it is completely absorbed. It is also tolerated better and has less gastrointestinal side effects. The bisglycinate chelate aids in mineral absorption because it is a small sized molecule and can be absorbed directly by intestinal cells. Pure Nootropics chooses to use TRAACS® by Albion Minerals which is a certification that the mineral content is guaranteed to be an authentic chelated mineral amino acid for superior bioavailability (2).
Zinc promotes and regulates sleep quality, but the entirety of the mechanisms behind its actions with regards to sleep is still being researched (3).
Lemon Balm and Valerian Root Combination is a combination of the herbal extracts of Lemon Balm and Valerian root.
They are often used together because they exhibit synergy that may improve sleep quality. Lemon Balm acts as a GABA transaminase inhibitor; GABA is broken down into Glutamate by GABA transaminase, so the inhibition of this enzyme frees up more GABA in the brain. Valerian stimulates GABA by stimulating glutamate decarboxylase; glutamate is converted into GABA with this enzyme. The combination of Lemon Balm and Valerian is then able to stimulate the production of GABA within the brain by stimulating conversion of GABA and preventing the breakdown of GABA (4). Activation of GABA within the brain promotes sleep (5).
L-Tryptophan is an essential amino acid which is converted in the body into serotonin, which helps support healthy sleep patterns (6). This mechanism may decrease the time it takes to fall asleep (7).
L-Theanine is an amino acid which naturally occurs in tea leaves and some forms of mushrooms
(8).
L-Theanine promotes sleep quality due to its ability to provide relaxation by increasing alpha-brain waves and regulating excitatory neurotransmitters that may inhibit restful sleep. Alpha-brain waves (8-13 Hz) are the brain waves associated with relaxation and alertness and are produced within 30-40 minutes after ingestion. The alpha-brain waves (or “a-waves”) occur in the occipital and parietal regions of the brain and prepare the body for a relaxed state prior to sleep (9,10).
Melatonin is a hormone made in the human body within the pineal gland, retina, bone marrow cells, and gastrointestinal tract.
Melatonin regulates circadian rhythms and may decrease sleep latency (or the time it takes to fall asleep). Some research indicates that it reduces body temperature and that is mainly responsible for its ability to induce sleep. Melatonin decreases with age, especially between 41 and 60 years of age (11).
Magnesium Bisglycinate Chelate, Melatonin and Zinc Combination combine the benefits of all 3 of these supplements and has been studied in this combination in humans. This beneficial combination demonstrates the ability to promote healthy sleep patterns in adults (18, 19).
Optimal Sleep Complex Dosage
Pure Nootropics’ Optimal Sleep Complex was formulated based on researched and recommended dosages.
Pure Nootropics’ Optimal Sleep Complex provides 30 mg Magnesium Bisglycinate Chelate, 25 mg Zinc Bisglycinate Chelate, 400 mg L-Tryptophan, 400 mg Valerian root extract (standardized to 0.8% valerenic acid), 100 mg Lemon Balm extract, 100 mg L-Theanine, and 3 mg Melatonin per (2) capsules. Suggested use for adults is 1 capsule by mouth for light rest, or 2 capsules by mouth for deeper sleep, or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.
Optimal Sleep Complex Plus Side Effects and Toxicity
You should consult with a health care practitioner before taking this product if you are taking any medications, herbs, or supplements.
As with any supplement or over the counter sleep aid, adequate research should be done regarding the ingredients and their use in combination. Always consider consulting with a healthcare practitioner if you have questions or concerns regarding supplement usage or dose. Pure Nootropics’ Optimal Sleep Complex was formulated based on researched and recommended dosages.
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Tim (verified owner) –
This is an amazing supplement that will deliver a deep sleep. In my experience, it is best to take when you will not have to get up early or face interruptions at night. Upon waking, it took me a while to really wake up. I slept like a rock after having many sleepless nights due to my sweet children. It’s been nice after a hard workout to get a deep, regenerative rest. I’ve always taken two capsules, so one capsule may be the key to attaining a satisfying slumber.
ccd216 (verified owner) –
Unfortunately, this supplement did not work for me at all.
Joshua (verified owner) –
Only helps with insomnia a tiny bit which is the main enemy but man does it improve sleep quality. I take two capsules 30 minutes before I climb in bed, takes me 45 minutes or so to fall asleep. This supplement helps me stay asleep and somehow I feel more rested the next day. I’m not positive if I stopped noticing this effect because I was used to it, or if it just accelerated the recovery of my sleep debt at the time. Regardless, that is a seriously powerful tool to have in one’s arsenal. If you’re lucky, this product could work for you and you may be able to shave 1-2 hours off how much sleep you need per night. Pretty crazy if you think about it.
Side rant: Website owner needs to remove melatonin from the website description, as it does not contain melatonin (unless it was added within two weeks of this comment?) My order from one month ago did not contain melatonin which is why I bought it. You can find melatonin anywhere for cheap, I sincerely hope melatonin isn’t added to the last good sleep product I can find. My doctor recommends avoiding it because your brain will no longer produce it naturally.
Eric Balaster –
Hi Joshua,
Thanks for the awesome review! To address your concern, we currently carry both the sleep complex, and then the sleep complex plus. The only difference between the two is that the sleep complex plus contains melatonin and the normal version does not, as some prefer to avoid melatonin as you mention.
i4nc4mp (verified owner) –
This supplement is absolutely awesome. The way it impacts your gaba cycle both corrects poor sleep and gradually tapers you out of higher anxiety and appetite problems. These issues occur all together for me. Bad sleep then exacerbates the rest. After 7-12 days of taking one each night, I reached a stable point of almost 100% wheeze and panic free daily functionality. No other nootropic has helped me as much. People don’t realize that problems focusing spiral way out of control if you have the ones that mess up sleep. Fix your sleep and see how your mood and concentration stabilize. I actually didn’t realize the huge impact of this till I went off of it for a week or so then went back on and immediately realized being off of it had launched me back into the anxiety / asthma cycle.
George (verified owner) –
Wondering if it’s OK to stack this with Uridine?
Team Pure Nootropics –
The sleep complex is all natural and none of the ingredients should have negative interactions with Uridine. However we are not medical practitioners and thus cannot give medical advice, as each individual may have a different reaction to a particular compound.
Vince Hackett (verified owner) –
A very good product.
Lawrence Bedell (verified owner) –
This product actually works. Too bad it’s not available in a larger size. (SUGGESTION!!!! Make a bigger bottle if you would please) Thank you!