Science-Backed Ingredients

Magnesium (as Magnesium Glycinate) 87mg

Action: Reduces Stress and Anxiety, Relieves Depression, Boosts Brain Energy, Reduces Menstrual Pains, Prevents Symptoms of Neurodegenerative Diseases

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In the hippocampus, the adequate presence of magnesium keeps the level of ACTH (stress hormone) in check. The hormone ACTH is responsible for the release of adrenaline and cortisol.

Without the intervention of magnesium, more cortisol is released, which in turn damages the hippocampus resulting in stress and anxiety leading to chronic depression.

The mineral magnesium plays a vital role in the Krebs cycle, which is the process of converting glucose and fat into ATP energy.

A brain supplied with adequate levels of ATP is the best way to keep mental fog, confusion, lethargy, etc. at bay, whilst strengthening the brain’s all-important Mitochondria.

Proven Benefits

According to one study, insufficient magnesium, especially in people over 35, and older adults, makes the body more vulnerable to chronic stress and crippling anxiety [8].

Two different studies on magnesium proved that supplementation of the mineral reduced the risk of anxiety in one and alleviated the symptoms of anxiety in another [9] [10].

Inadequate sleep and poor sleep quality are linked to increased stress and anxiety. According to a study, magnesium favors good sleep by activating the GABA receptors that help reduce nerve impulses [11].

Studies show that in older adults, the mineral helps users fall asleep faster and for a longer duration [12][13].

Magnesium’s role in ATP synthesis benefits stamina and endurance with clinical trials on both athletes and older adults concluding supplementing with the mineral to adequate levels improves physical energy and stamina [14][15].

Studies show magnesium can also help remove lactate that causes fatigue and prevent muscle damage after exercise [16][17], making Real Chill™ the perfect partner when finding the drive and motivation to stay active.

Gamma-aminobutyric Acid (GABA) 200mg

Action: Reduces Stress and Anxiety, Improves Sleep Quality and Duration, Promotes Positive Mood, Boosts Memory and Focus

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GABA is the main inhibitory neurotransmitter in the brain. Its presence is essential to manage the excitatory brain chemical Glutamate.

Overstimulation of neurons is linked to restlessness, poor mood, insomnia, and anxiety. The neurotransmitter GABA reduces stress and anxiety in the body by acting as a check on the overactive neuron circuit.

Although GABA is a naturally occurring amino acid in the body, supplementation will help optimize its functioning. Apart from reducing stress and anxiety, the neurotransmitter promotes a positive mood, which helps with focus and alertness.

Cognitive faculties such as memory formation and recall, mental alertness and energy, and concentration and focus levels are also greatly benefited by the increase in Alpha Brain Waves, brought about by quality GABA supplementation as found in Real Chill™.

GABA supplementation alleviates stress and anxiety indirectly by promoting deep REM sleep. The neurotransmitter is often recommended for treating insomnia and poor sleep quality.

Proven Benefits

The relaxing benefits of GABA can be felt within less than an hour of supplementation. The participants of two studies (published in a 2006 report) revealed they felt relaxed during stressful situations after taking a GABA supplement.

In another study, one set of participants was given a placebo, whereas the other group received GABA an hour before sleep. The report revealed that the GABA group fell asleep faster and experienced better sleep quality [18].

Three small studies in the past 15 years have confirmed the relaxing benefits of GABA under stressful conditions. One of the three studies showed that taking GABA reduced mental and physical fatigue during problem-solving tasks [19][20][21].

L-Theanine 270mg

Action: Reduces Stress and Anxiety, Promotes Focus, Relaxation, and Alertness, Improves Sleep Quality

Bioactivities

As the active ingredient in green tea, L-theanine regulates the brain chemistry to improve mood and cognitive health.

The supplement has a calming effect on the brain which helps the users perform better even under stressful situations, with the calming effects of L-Theanine often promoted as ‘relaxation without sedation’.

L-theanine uses its neuroprotective properties and neurotransmitter-stimulating action to reduce the stress hormone Cortisol, and lower anxiety levels.

L-Theanine prevents the overstimulation of Glutamate. It prevents Glutamate toxicity by acting as an agonist of NMDA receptors.

The Nootropic properties in L-Theanine energizes the brain and promotes relaxing effects by improving levels of dopamine, serotonin, and GABA.

In addition, this non-dietary amino acid encourages the right kind of brain waves. L-theanine supplementation promotes Alpha Brain Waves associated with relaxation and alertness, and Theta Brain Waves, responsible for creativity and trauma relief.

Proven Benefits

Research has backed the claims of millions of users that L-theanine reduces stress and anxiety. Studies also show that the amino acid relaxes without causing drowsiness [22].

A report that looked into the results of five studies has confirmed that taking L-theanine relaxes the users experiencing stressful situations [23].

In another report, the regular intake of L-theanine helped improve anxiety and other symptoms in participants suffering from schizoaffective disorder [24].

A study investigated the effect of L-theanine on attention and memory recall. In this 16-week study, one group received L-theanine, while the other was given a placebo. The supplement group showed signs of cognitive improvement caused by an increase in Theta Brain Waves [25].