Info: Available in 60 or 120 Veg. Capsules
Derived from magnolia bark, Relora (Magnolia officinalis) has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries to contend with anxiety, tension and stress; some researchers believe its effects stem from honokiol, a natural compound found in the bark.
Info: Available in 60 or 120 Veg. Capsules
Derived from magnolia bark, Relora (Magnolia officinalis) has been used in traditional Chinese medicine for centuries to contend with anxiety, tension and stress; some researchers believe its effects stem from honokiol, a natural compound found in the bark.
Product Notes:
The relaxing effects of Relora may help curb appetite and prevent stress-related eating. NOW's proprietary plant extract blend of both Magnolia and Phellodendron barks also helps support healthy cortisol levels. This natural dietary supplement is not habit-forming.
Chronic stress has been found to be a major contributing factor to overeating and obesity. Relora from NOW is a safe, natural formula that can help to alleviate stress-related symptoms such as nervous tension, irritability, difficulty concentrating and occasional sleeplessness.
Related product: Adrenal Corticol Support with Relora, by Protocol for Life Balance
Ingredients:
Each capsule contains:
300 mg of Relora (a proprietary blend of a patented extract from Magnolia officinalis bark (1.5% Honokiol) and a proprietary extract from Phellodendron amurense bark (0.1% Berberine).
Other ingredients: Rice Flour, Veg. Capsule (cellulose), Corn Starch, Silica and Magnesium Stearate (vegetable source).
Contains no sugar, salt, yeast, wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, shellfish or preservatives. A vegetarian/vegan product.
Suggested Usage:
Adults: take 2 to 3 capsules daily. Consult a healthcare practitioner for use beyond 6 weeks. Store in a cool, dry place.
Warnings:
Keep out of reach of children. Do not use NOW Foods Relora if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Consumption with alcohol, other medications, or natural health products with sedative &/or analgesic properties is not recommended. Consult a health care practitioner before using relora supplements if you are taking any prescription medication, or have kidney disorder, or a blood pressure problem, or suffer from any psychological disorder &/or condition such as frequent anxiety or depression. Concomitant use with herbs, supplements and medications that have sedative properties might increase the risk of excessive drowsiness. Consult a health care practitioner if symptoms persist or worsen. May cause heartburn, shaking hands, perilabial numbness, sexual dysfunction and thyroid dysfunctions. Some people may experience drowsiness; exercise caution if operating heavy machinery, driving a vehicle, or are involved in activities requiring mental alertness.
Health Canada Natural Product Number: 80033450.
Supporting Science:
Garrison, Robert, and Walter G Chambliss. “Effect of a proprietary Magnolia and Phellodendron extract on weight management: a pilot, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial.” Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine, 2006.
Kalman, Douglas S et al. “Effect of a proprietary Magnolia and Phellodendron extract on stress levels in healthy women: a pilot, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial.” Nutrition Journal, 2008.
Talbott, Shawn M et al. “Effect of Magnolia officinalis and Phellodendron amurense (Relora®) on cortisol and psychological mood state in moderately stressed subjects.” Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, 2013.
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