Maxi SnoozeTM contains a proprietary blend: Passion Flower Concentrate and Valerian Concentrate

Valerian, also known as Valeriana Officinalis, is one of the key ingredients in Maxi SnoozeTM. Used in many herbal sleeping aids, it has been used as a natural sleep remedy since the time of the ancient Greeks and Romans, according to the product website, which points out that Galen already prescribed Valerian for insomnia in the second century. The site also claims “Valerian was used during World War II in England as a natural remedy to relieve the stress of air raids.”

Some preliminary research suggests that Valerian may have sedative and anti-anxiety effects that occur as a result of direct action on the GABA neurotransmitter in the central nervous system. Passiflora, more commonly referred to as Passion Flower, is the second main ingredient in the formula, and is often cited as having calming properties. It may be helpful in reducing nervous tension. Some proponents also credit it with having mild aphrodisiac qualities.

There seem to be unlimited offerings in the herbal sleeping-aid market, and the great majority of them tend to include Valerian and Passion Flower. Most include many more alleged “sleep-encouraging” ingredients as well; such as the “sleep hormone” Melatonin, calming Chamomile, and others.

Whether the minimalist ingredient lineup in Maxi SnoozeTM makes it a lesser, an equal or a better contender is not easily determined, since the manufacturer does not provide any detailed information about quantities, quality, or about any standout synergistic qualities their product might possess. While there are several references to a “proprietary formula,” it remains unclear as to what its special characteristics or advantages might be.

• Key ingredients are time-tested sleep enhancers
• Website features more ingredient info than most

• No customer testimonials
• No elaboration on “proprietary formula”
• Product appears to have no edge over any of its competitors
• No free trial of product is offered

Maxi SnoozeTM is best described as a fine-quality herbal sleep supplement. It does not, however, seem to feature anything out of the ordinary or any ingredients, technologies or delivery systems that set it apart from the competition, or that encourage us to recommend it with any particular sense of urgency or enthusiasm. It contains only Valerian Root and Passion Flower, just two out of an abundant selection of commonly featured sleep-enhancing/calming ingredients.

If we were asked to recommend an herbal supplement that goes the extra mile in providing specific anti-anxiety, mood-modifying benefits to the brain, we would encourage potential users to opt for safe and effective formulas fortified by multiple customer testimonials and backed up by clear descriptions and studies. Supplements that contain technologies like the targeted mineral carrier Orotate combined with mineral Lithium have multiple customer testimonials documenting noticeable improvements in mood and a sense of mental wellbeing. Ideally, look for products that can first be sampled free of charge.