Most sleep formulas rely on a single molecule. Unwind works differently: it combines three complementary mechanisms covering the three phases of neurological unwinding. L-Theanine (200 mg) initiates an alpha wave that calms cortical activity without inducing drowsiness — the ideal state to prepare the brain for rest. Standardised Valerian (82 mg, 0.8% valerenic acid) acts as a positive allosteric modulator of GABA-A receptors, amplifying the brain's natural inhibitory signal. Griffonia 5-HTP (70 mg, 98% purity) provides the direct precursor to serotonin, which then converts to endogenous melatonin — without short-circuiting your natural production.
The choice of 5-HTP over melatonin is deliberate and scientifically grounded. Exogenous melatonin — especially at the high doses (3-10 mg) commonly sold — can over time reduce the body's own production capacity. 5-HTP follows the natural biosynthetic pathway: converted to serotonin, then to melatonin according to the body's actual needs. The result: progressive, natural sleep onset with no artificial spike, no circadian rhythm disruption, no dependency.
Unwind is not a sedative — it is a wind-down signal. Take 1 capsule 30 to 60 minutes before bedtime. L-theanine begins acting within 20-30 minutes (alpha waves), valerian potentiates GABA in 30-45 minutes, 5-HTP begins its serotonergic conversion progressively. By morning, no grogginess — the molecules have completed their action during the night.
Each ingredient in Unwind is selected for its purity and standardisation: L-Theanine isolated by chromatography (no inactive D-Theanine), valerian extract standardised to 0.8% valerenic acid (the most studied molecule in the root), and 5-HTP extracted from Griffonia simplicifolia seeds at 98% purity. HPMC vegetal capsules, no magnesium stearate, no gluten, no lactose.
