Relax and Sleep Herbal Tea (Sleepy Gnome)

All tea blends are carefully handcrafted and made with 100% organic herbs in sustainable, compostable packaging!

Relax your body and mind with this deliciously soothing tea that will get you in a deep slumber like this super sleepy gnome!

Pour 1 cup of boiling water over 1-2 tsp. of tea blend and let steep for 5-10 minutes. Strain and enjoy!
The more teaspoons used and longer the tea is steeped = the stronger the taste and effects
1 oz makes up to 36 cups of tea
2 oz makes up to 72 cups of tea
Taste: Sweet, smooth, floral, minty

Ingredients
Passionflower: Passionflower (Passiflora incarnate) can be a very useful herb to promote relaxation and support sleep quality. Passionflower has been traditionally used for insomnia, anxiety, and pain relief. Passionflower increases GABA (Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid) activity in the brain, contributing to its sedative effects, and one study has suggested that it may increase melatonin in the brain as well. GABA is a chemical messenger in your brain that essentially regulates mood and promotes calmness. There have been numerous studies on the effects of passionflower on sleep including a 2024 study that exhibited a significant reduction in stress and a significant increase in total sleep time in the participants compared to the placebo.

Lavender: Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) is widely known for its soothing effects and lovely aroma. It is very popularly used in aromatherapy and can help relieve stress, anxiety, and headaches, as well as promote calmness and sleep. Incorporating lavender in tea makes for an effective bedtime routine as studies have shown it to support relaxation and sleep quality. The compounds in lavender interact with the central nervous system and enhance GABA activity in the brain, thus promoting a state of relaxation and potentially inducing sleep.

Chamomile: Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla) is another well-known herb known for its relaxing benefits and is commonly used in teas. Chamomile contains flavonoids and terpenoids that contribute to its sedative effects. A 2024 systematic review concluded that chamomile improved sleep, especially the number of awakenings after sleep or staying asleep.

Peppermint leaf: Some studies suggest that peppermint (Mentha piperita) may help calm anxiety and relax muscles, which then can lead to assisting with falling asleep. Peppermint is a nice addition to enhance flavor and it is also well-known to assist with sinuses, headaches, and fresh breath. A 2020 study demonstrated that inhaling lavender and peppermint may help reduce anxiety and improve sleep quality.

Disclaimers
This product was produced in a home kitchen not inspected by a health department. If you have safety concerns, please contact your local health department.

Please consume in moderation and do your own research accordingly if you are on any medications, pregnant, or have allergies. Passionflower should not be taken while pregnant. Peppermint should not be taken with cyclosporine.

These statements and products have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration, so therefore are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases. Please consult with a medical professional before using, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medication.

Research Study Sources
Bazrafshan, M. R., Jokar, M., Shokrpour, N., & Delam, H. (2020). The effect of lavender herbal tea on the anxiety and depression of the elderly: A randomized clinical trial. Complementary Therapies in Medicine, 50, 102393. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ctim.2020.102393
Harit, M. K., Mundhe, N., Tamoli, S., Pawar, V., Bhapkar, V., Kolhe, G., Mahadik, S., Kulkarni, A., & Agarwal, A. (2024). Randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, clinical study of Passiflora incarnata in participants with stress and sleep problems. Cureus, 16(3), e56530. https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.56530
Hamzeh, S., Safari-Faramani, R., & Khatony, A. (2020). Effects of aromatherapy with lavender and peppermint essential oils on the sleep quality of cancer patients: A randomized controlled trial. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine, 2020, Article 7480204. https://doi.org/10.1155/2020/7480204
Kazemi, A., Shojaei-Zarghani, S., Eskandarzadeh, P., & Hashempur, M. H. (2024). Effects of chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla L.) on sleep: A systematic review and meta-analysis of clinical trials. Complementary Therapies in Medicine, 84, 103071. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ctim.2024.103071
Lee, J., Jung, H.-Y., Lee, S. I., Choi, J. H., & Kim, S.-G. (2020). Effects of Passiflora incarnata Linnaeus on polysomnographic sleep parameters in subjects with insomnia disorder: A double-blind randomized placebo-controlled study. International Clinical Psychopharmacology, 35(1), 29–35. https://doi.org/10.1097/YIC.0000000000000291