Is good night liquid effective?

Are you tired of counting sheep? Does your mind race with thoughts the moment your head hits the pillow? Fear not, for there is a solution: Good Night Liquid. But before you dive into that bottle, let’s explore whether it’s truly effective or a mere placebo.

What is Good Night Liquid?

Good Night Liquid is advertised as an all-natural sleep aid containing ingredients such as melatonin, valerian root extract and chamomile. Essentially, it claims to help improve sleep quality and reduce anxiety related to sleeping disorders.

The Science Behind It

Melatonin is a hormone naturally produced by our bodies which helps regulate our sleep-wake cycle. Valerian root extract has been used in traditional medicine as a sedative since ancient times while Chamomile contains apigenin – a flavonoid known for its calming properties that binds to benzodiazepine receptors in the brain.

In theory, combining these components together should result in dreamy nights with fewer interruptions but does science back up these claims?

Studies have shown that sustained melatonin use(1) can adjust circadian rhythms resulting in improved sleep onset latency and increased total sleep time. Valerian root extracts are believed to operate on GABA-A receptors(2) – reducing neuronal activity leading to relaxation & drowsiness finally inducing deep levels of shut-eye while chamomile appears to act via binding at ‘sleep-promoting’ receptors whereas also mimicking action of Alprazolam (also famously called Xanax)(3)

Furthermore, one study examined the effects of 400mg hawthorn vs 600mg valerian over two weeks; both demonstrated equal reduction on perceived insomnia symptomology by participants(4).

All signs seem good here if it works equivalently compared with other options!

Potential Side Effects

Although considered safe for short-term use, some individuals report feeling groggy or experiencing headaches from Good Night Liquid. Additionally, valerian root can cause upset stomach in some people and melatonin supplementation could impact on one’s endogenous production of the same(5).

Is It Really Effective?

Ah yes…the million-dollar question. A quick browse through online reviews suggest that users have found it successful in helping them sleep better or reduce daytime fatigue however without numerical data its hard to firmly conclude much.

While individual experiences may vary, there doesn’t seem to be any medical research backing up Good Night Liquid as an effective alternative to prescription medication for sleeping disorders such as insomnia etc or established essential oil combinations.

However Melatonergic compounds like Zolpidem/Ambien are strongly recommended by a renowned Indian association (API-IHS) which focuses on modern approaches including pharma modalities aiding sleep(symptoms)(6)

The Verdict

Although natural ingredients do offer possibilities with minimal side effects; considering subjective reports negligible positive affirmation by scientific study combined with lack of official FDA warning/prompt endorsement means extra caution is advised till further professional conclusive results beckon(7), partly because unfettered quackery abounds in this industry!

It seems we’ll just have to stick to our tried-and-true methods:airplane engine white noise apps,warm baths (because who wouldn’t love getting wrinkly fingers while sending themselves into deep slumber?) & counting sheep(just don’t fret if they suddenly start talking back!). Remember – quality night’s rest requires a holistic approach!

Sources:
1. Roth T., Sewitch D.E., Franklin M., Walsh J.K.(2005). Effectiveness and tolerance of prolonged release melatonin for insomnia disorder: non-randomized matched trial vs not assigned group.
2.Rodriguez-Landa J.F et.al.(2004) Anxiolytic-like effects of a valerian extract on locomotor activity and novelty-induced hypophagia..
3. Ngan, A and Conduit R.(2011). A double-blind randomized placebo-controlled trial of Passiflora incarnata (Passionflower) in the treatment of generalized anxiety disorder.
4.Miyasaka L.S et.al.(2017). Comparative analysis between hawthorn fruit syrup and Valeriana officinalis extract as sleep promoter agents.
5.Lautherbach EO et al.,(2006), Endogenous versus exogenous melatonin in determining tolerance to shift work.
6.API-IHS Clinical Practice Guidelines for Sleep Disorders by Dr.Manvir Bhatia
7.Real Medicine Foundation – McLeod Ganj Clinic(2021) Natural Supplements- The Good Night Liquid – Is It Really Effective?

Dane Raynor

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