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Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia): An anxiolytic plant. The key active constituents are linalyl acetate and linalool, which are responsible for the calming and sedative effects of lavender. The effects of lavender can be attributed to an increase in serotonin levels, and reducing anxiety and stress.
Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis L.): Constituted by bioactive molecules, the phytocompounds, responsible for implement several pharmacological activities, such as anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti-proliferative, anti-tumor and protective, inhibitory and attenuating activities. Rosemary promotes several pharmacological effects such as control of hypercholesterolemia and oxidative stress and relief of physical and mental fatigue and myocardial blood pressure reduction.
Passion flower (Passiflora incarnata): Traditionally, passionflower was used as a sedative. The plant was then brought to Europe, where it became widely cultivated. Today, passionflower is promoted as a dietary supplement for anxiety (including anxiety before surgery), sleep problems, stress, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), pain, and other conditions. It is useful for supporting anxiety and insomnia. It also supports gastrointestinal health by soothing nerves and reducing GIT spasms and digestive discomforts.