Relora (Magnolia Bark)
Relora is a proprietary blend of extracts from Magnolia officinalis and Phellodendron amurense barks. The product is standardized to “not less than 1.5% honokiol and 0.1% berberine”. Magnolia bark, also known as Magnolia officinalis, has been used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat anxiety, sleep problems, and digestive issues. The bark is known for its neuroprotective and relaxing properties because it is rich in honokiol and magnolol, which are believed to have anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties.
Relora has been found to have several potential benefits, including:
- Reducing cortisol levels and psychological stress in moderately stressed individuals.
- Reducing temporary anxiety in healthy women.
- Improving sleep latency (the time it takes to fall asleep) in mice.
- Acting as a natural approach for controlling the detrimental effects of everyday stressors, without the tranquilizing side effects of pharmaceutical agents.
- Helping to improve stress, anxiety, and symptoms of menopause.
- Having anticancer and antioxidant properties.
Case studies regarding the benefits of Relora (Magnolia Bark)
- A study found a significant “anti-stress” benefit of Relora supplementation in moderately stressed subjects.
- A pilot, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial found that Relora was effective in reducing temporary anxiety in healthy women.
Dosing recommendations include taking a 300 mg capsule of Relora 2 to 3 times per day. Magnolia bark extract is considered safe for human consumption, and studies have prescribed concentrated magnolia bark extracts for up to 1 year without any observations of adverse effects. However, it is best to exercise caution before taking any supplement to treat an underlying condition.
Sources:
- https://www.restartmed.com/relora/
- https://r3set.com/blogs/news/all-natural-stress-relief-supplements2
- https://www.reddragonnutritionals.com/blogs/news/discover-relora-the-natural-stress-relief-solution-for-a-healthier-happier-life
- https://www.sourcenaturals.com/products/GP1676
- https://www.douglaslabs.com/relora-reg-plex.html
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3750820/
