Metagenics Serosyn - 90 Caps

Caution: Do not use if you have scleroderma. Exercise caution if operating heavy machinery, driving a motor vehicle or involved in activities requiring mental alertness. Some people may experience diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and drowsiness. Consult a healthcare practitioner if pregnant or breastfeeding, or if symptoms persist or worsen, if taking carbidopa or drugs/supplements with serotonergic activity, these may include, but are not limited to L-tryptophan, S-adenosylmethionine (SAMe), St. John’s wort, antidepressants, pain killers, over the counter cough and cold medication containing dextromethorphan, anti-nausea medication and anti-migraine medication. Discontinue use and consult a healthcare practitioner if you show signs of weakness, oral ulcers, or abdominal pain accompanied by severe muscle pain or if you experience skin changes. Consult a healthcare practitioner for use beyond 1 year. Use for a minimum of 1 week to see beneficial effects. Do not use if perma seal is missing.

BENEFITS OF METAGENICS SEROSYN:

-Serosyn features a complementary blend of nutrients, including 5-HTP, theanine, and targeted B vitamins, to promote a restful, relaxed state and relieve occasional sleeplessness
-Supports balanced levels of the neurotransmitters GABA, serotonin, and dopamine with clinically beneficial levels of 5-HTP and theanine.
-Theanine may influence the generation of alpha brain waves associated with a deep state of relaxation.
-Supports healthy neurological function with targeted B vitamins including an exclusive source of biologically active folate (L-5-MTHF) and methylcobalamin. Research suggests that L-5-MTHF may cross the blood-brain barrier.
-Provides an all-natural source of 5-HTP from the herb Griffonia simplicifolia.
-Supplies a highly concentrated dose in one capsule.

Relive Stress!

Stress is usually thought of as a negative factor in our daily lives but it is necessary part of life. Without stress life becomes boring. The key to stress, as with everything else in life, is balance. Enough to keep you interested but not enough to become overwhelmed. Individuals have different thresholds for stress. What is seen as stressful to one person may not be stressful to another.

The stress response is the body's way of preparing for action. As our species evolved it kept us safe, allowing us to fight for survival, or to flee from dangerous situations. The sympathetic nervous system response involves increased heart rate, blood pressure and adrenal output, as well as increased blood flow to the brain, muscles, lungs and heart. Those organs that are not needed to fight or flee receive less blood flow, for example, the digestive organs. This response is very efficient for a short period of time but it is meant to be used sparingly.

Certain personality types are more likely to exhibit stress related problems. Individuals who exhibit workaholic behaviour and have exceptionally high standards are labelled as having a "Type A" personality. These individuals are constantly under stress and as a result have increased risks of stress related diseases such as heart attack.

We often ignore the first signs of stress, such as headaches and insomnia, and use medication to stop the symptoms. We use stimulants, like caffeine, to allow ourselves to keep working when the body is trying to tell us to slow down. The masking of stress symptoms eventually causes the body to breakdown.

The standard North American diet is deficient in vitamins, minerals and essential fatty acids. It is high in saturated fat, refined carbohydrates and chemical additives and preservatives. These substances not only do not give your body usable energy, but they also inhibit the use of good quality food by depleting enzymes and hormones necessary for energy conversion. The body must also deal with the toxic by-products of foods like bleached flour and sugar, artificial sweeteners and flavours and trans-fatty acids. All of these stressors compromise the health of an individual.