The Natural Way to improve sleep initiation and maintenance. Wondering how to improve your sleep without using habit-forming medication? Looking for a natural sleep supplement? Health Matrix Sleep Matrix is the perfect solution. Our unique formula combines four potent sleep supporting products to help you restore rejuvenating sleep. Our fast-acting combination of herbs and minerals provides powerful yet natural support for sleep initiation and maintenance. Our natural sleep supplement is safe, effective, non-habit forming and can be taken continuously by adults and children over the age of 8 years. What are the risks of not sleeping enough? There is scientific consensus that disturbed sleep patterns can increase risks for:

•  Anxiety
• Depression
• Obesity
• Impaired glucose tolerance
• Diabetes
• Hypertension
• Heart disease
• Stroke

Even though disturbed sleep carries risks there are many natural ways to improve your sleep. Whatever the cause of your sleep problem, natural sleep supporting herbs and nutrients could help to restore a healthy sleep cycle. 4 Potent Sleep Supporting Products in One! Health Matrix’s Sleep Matrix features the following ingredients for the support of sleep:

• L-Theanine L-Theanine is an amino acid commonly found in green tea. It helps with the production of GABA, the amino acid that helps calm us down. It also assists with the release of serotonin and dopamine, which play an important role in mood and stress responses. L-Theanine promotes relaxation and sleep quality so make sure your natural sleep supplement contains L-Theanine in order to receive all its associated benefits.
• Chamomile Throughout history, herbs have been used as natural sleep medication and as mood stabilisers for stressed out individuals. Chamomile is well known for its calming effect and has a long history of use even in children. The flavonoid apigenin, the active ingredient in Chamomile, exerts an effect on the benzodiasepine receptors of the brain which explains its calming and sleep supporting action.
• Magnesium Magnesium is an essential mineral that plays a role in numerous systems in the human body but specifically the regulation of the circadian rhythm, also called the 24-hour internal clock. Optimal levels of magnesium are associated with normal sleep regulation and deficiency of this important mineral is associated with shorter sleep duration. Studies have shown improved effects on sleep when magnesium is combined with zinc. Other research found that supplementing with magnesium relieves insomnia related to restless legs.
• Zinc Numerous scientific studies have linked inadequate zinc levels to poor sleep patterns. A review of the literature indicates that oral administration of zinc increases both the amount and quality of sleep. A specific study done in women showed that those with the higher levels of zinc in their bodies slept for longer periods of time than participants with low levels.

Other ways to support healthy sleep: Sleep support is not only achieved by taking medication and supplements. Many factors affect our ability to initiate and maintain a healthy sleep cycle. The following should also be done to support your sleep:

• Avoid the blue/white screens of mobile phones and computers at least 2 hours before bedtime,
• Sleep in a room that is dark. Use block-out curtains if you need to,
• Avoid caffeinated beverages before bedtime,
• Exercise will improve your sleep patterns but avoid strenuous exercise just before going to bed,
• Try to have your last meal of the day at least 2 hours before bedtime,
• Avoid alcohol. Yes, it may help you fall asleep but it’s not great for sleep maintenance and quality,
• Go to bed at the same time every night. Routine is very important for healthy sleep.