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| Terrific Sleep |
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Review
Summary |
Few would argue that a good night’s sleep is an important part of a calm, happy and balanced outlook on life, not to mention overall health. Individuals may get by skimping a little here and there, particularly if they are in generally good health, but more than occasional glitches in nightly sleep patterns can take their toll overall, and can lead to feelings of lethargy, crankiness, irritability and depression. While stress and daytime worries can, of course, impact a person’s ability to fall asleep at night, creating a vicious cycle, the opposite may be just as common—nightly struggles to fall asleep affecting a person’s capacity for an enjoyable, energized and fulfilled life.
With sleep troubles becoming something of an epidemic in these stressful times, increasing segments of the population found themselves turning to a variety of prescription medications—often putting up with undesirable side effects—to help them sleep and wake up feeling refreshed, energized and ready to tackle their day. Fortunately for those uncomfortable with the side effects of these medications, natural sleep supplements are a popular and safe alternative. One of these is options is a preparation called Terrific Sleep.
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| Ingredients at a Glance |
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Terrific Sleep contains: 5 HTP (5-hydroxytryptophan), Melatonin, Griffonia Seed and Lemon Balm Leaf
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| Ingredients in Focus |
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Terrific Sleep contains 5 HTP (5-hydroxytryptophan), a compound that is manufactured in the human body out of tryptophan, an amino acid. It’s also instrumental in the production of serotonin, a neurotransmitter, and melatonin, a hormone that plays an important role in the human sleep/wake cycle. Melatonin itself is also featured as an ingredient.
Griffonia Seed, an herb traditionally used in Africa as an aphrodisiac and for such disorders as diarrhea and stomach ache. Recent studies have found that it may help raise Serotonin levels in the brain. A boost in Serotonin levels is thought to help alleviate conditions like insomnia and depression. Lemon Balm Leaf, part of the mint family, has been used for centuries for its reported calming effects
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| Lifestyle |
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The ingredients in Terrific Sleep are consistent with those commonly found in nonprescription sleeping aids. All of them possess recognized calming and sleep-enhancing qualities, and customer testimonials on the web page express, as one would expect, satisfaction with the product and its effects, with several alluding to feeling refreshed and energized the next day. Unfortunately, these customer testimonials make up the bulk of the website, which goes into surprisingly little detail about the formula, its ingredients and its benefits. The manufacturer states only that they “researched extensively to discover the exact proprietary blend that is the optimum combination [of ingredients].”
Though no amounts or details are provided about the ingredients, (again, the evidence is pretty much limited to the testimonials on the page) there is little reason to assume that this is not a safe and effective sleep supplement. As such, it is likely to improve the daytime dispositions of those plagued by sleep problems at night. It does not provide any mood-balancing benefits beyond those associated with good sleeping habits, however.
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| Positives |
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• Contains basic ingredients known to play a role in sleep
• Some positive customer testimonials
• One free bottle provided if a consumer buys 3
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| Negatives |
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• Website contains little more than ordering information and customer comments
• 5 HTP (5-hydroxytryptophan) may cause side effects like gas and decreased sex drive in some people
• Does not provide ingredient or amounts or details
• No free trial option
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| Final Thoughts |
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A good night’s sleep, though critical to a person’s overall outlook on life, may not be enough to truly impact an individual’s mood–especially in today’s chaotic times. Consumers seeking maximum mind and body benefits are probably better off tackling their sleep problems separately, if sleep is an issue, and then focusing on mind-balancing, mood-improving formulas specifically targeted for this purpose.
One prudent and effective option: a supplement with the mineral form of Lithium, which, unlike the prescription forms of Lithium, achieved results without the risk of negative side effects. Research has shown that a gradual increase of Lithium levels in the body can have calming, mood- stabilizing benefits. We also recommend buying from manufacturers that allow consumers to try before they buy.
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