Morphogen Nutrition Deep Sleep

Chinese Skullcap (Scutellaria baicalensis) – 1,000 mg

A flavonoid-rich botanical containing baicalin and baicalein with strong GABAergic and anxiolytic properties.

• Promotes calmness through GABA receptor modulation
• Reduces anxiety and nervous system overactivity
• Supports neuroprotection and anti-inflammatory signaling
• Enhances sleep quality and relaxation depth
• May reduce cortisol and stress-related excitability

Synergy: Works with valerian, theanine, and apigenin to amplify GABAergic tone and reduce sleep latency.

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Valerian (Valeriana officialis) Extract – 1,000 mg

A well-established sleep botanical standardized for valerenic acids that influence GABA signaling.

• Improves sleep onset and reduces time to fall asleep
• Enhances deep sleep quality
• Reduces nighttime awakenings
• Supports nervous system relaxation
• May reduce mild anxiety and restlessness

Synergy: Combines with skullcap, theanine, and magnolia to produce multi-pathway GABAergic sedation without heavy next-day grogginess.

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L-Theanine – 500 mg

A calming amino acid that promotes relaxation without sedation via alpha-wave brain activity.

• Increases alpha brain waves (relaxed alertness)
• Reduces stress and sympathetic activation
• Improves sleep quality and calmness
• Supports focus without overstimulation
• Helps blunt cortisol and excitatory signaling

Synergy: Works with GABAergic herbs (valerian, skullcap) and serotonin precursors (5-HTP) to balance relaxation and sleep depth.

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5-HTP (Griffonia simplicifolia) – 300 mg

A direct precursor to serotonin, which is further converted into melatonin.

• Increases serotonin levels
• Supports melatonin production
• Improves sleep onset and mood
• Reduces nighttime wakefulness
• Supports emotional calmness

Synergy: Works upstream of melatonin while pairing with theanine and magnolia to improve both mood and sleep architecture.

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Magnolia Bark (Magnolia officinalis) – 300 mg

A calming botanical rich in honokiol and magnolol with anxiolytic and sleep-enhancing effects.

• Reduces anxiety and stress signaling
• Improves sleep onset latency
• Enhances GABA receptor activity
• Provides antioxidant neuroprotection
• Supports cortisol regulation

Synergy: Works with theanine, valerian, and skullcap to deepen relaxation while complementing melatonin signaling.

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PeptiSleep (Rice Protein Hydrolysate) – 250 mg

A bioactive peptide complex designed to promote relaxation and improve sleep quality.

• Enhances parasympathetic nervous system activity
• Improves sleep depth and continuity
• Reduces sleep fragmentation
• Supports recovery and nighttime relaxation
• May improve next-day alertness

Synergy: Works with melatonin and GABAergic compounds to enhance full sleep-cycle regulation and recovery.

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Mucuna pruriens (98% L-DOPA) – 150 mg

A natural source of L-DOPA that supports dopamine production and neurological balance.

• Supports dopamine synthesis
• Enhances mood and mental relaxation
• May reduce stress-induced fatigue
• Supports motivation and emotional stability
• Balances neurotransmitter tone

Synergy: Works with 5-HTP to balance serotonin and dopamine, while calming agents prevent overstimulation.

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Apigenin – 100 mg

A flavonoid found in chamomile with strong anxiolytic and GABA-modulating properties.

• Promotes relaxation and sleep onset
• Enhances GABA receptor binding
• Reduces anxiety and stress
• Supports antioxidant brain protection
• Improves sleep quality

Synergy: Amplifies effects of valerian, skullcap, and magnolia through shared GABAergic pathways.

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Quercetin – 100 mg

A flavonoid antioxidant that supports inflammation control and sleep-related recovery pathways.

• Reduces oxidative stress
• Supports immune balance
• May improve sleep quality via inflammation reduction
• Enhances cellular recovery
• Supports cardiovascular health

Synergy: Works with apigenin and magnolia to reduce neuroinflammation and improve overall sleep environment.

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Rutaecarpine – 100 mg

A bioactive alkaloid known for thermogenic and circulatory modulation, often used to support stimulant clearance.

• Supports vasodilation and circulation
• Enhances metabolic clearance pathways
• May help reduce stimulant half-life effects
• Supports cardiovascular function
• Promotes nighttime relaxation indirectly

Synergy: Complements melatonin and calming compounds by helping reduce lingering stimulant effects.

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Melatonin (MicroActive + Standard) – 5 mg total

A dual-phase delivery system combining immediate and sustained-release melatonin.

• Regulates circadian rhythm
• Speeds sleep onset
• Maintains sleep throughout the night
• Improves sleep quality and duration
• Supports recovery and hormonal balance

Synergy: Works downstream of 5-HTP while being supported by GABAergic and adaptogenic compounds for full-spectrum sleep optimization.

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Synergy Overview

This formula is engineered specifically for complete sleep architecture optimization, targeting onset, depth, and recovery—not just sedation.

Sleep Onset Acceleration: 5-HTP, melatonin, theanine, apigenin, and magnolia work together to rapidly transition the brain into a sleep-ready state by increasing serotonin → melatonin conversion and enhancing GABA signaling.

Deep Sleep + Maintenance: Valerian, skullcap, PeptiSleep, and sustained-release melatonin ensure prolonged sleep duration and reduced nighttime awakenings through multi-pathway CNS calming.

Neurotransmitter Balance: Mucuna (dopamine) and 5-HTP (serotonin) create balanced mood and relaxation signaling, preventing the “wired but tired” state common in poor sleep.

Stress + Cortisol Reduction: Magnolia, theanine, and skullcap reduce sympathetic nervous system activity and cortisol, allowing the body to fully shift into parasympathetic recovery mode.

Recovery + Anti-Inflammation: Quercetin and apigenin reduce oxidative stress and inflammation, improving sleep quality and next-day recovery.

Stimulant Offset + Night Optimization: Rutaecarpine enhances clearance of stimulants, making this formula highly effective even for users who consume caffeine later in the day.

FAQ

Q: What are the biggest differences in the new DEEP SLEEP formula?

A: This formula moves beyond basic sleep aids and becomes a multi-phase sleep system:

• Dual-phase melatonin (immediate + sustained)
• Full neurotransmitter support (serotonin + dopamine + GABA)
• Clinically dosed calming botanicals
• Added recovery and anti-inflammatory compounds
• Built-in stimulant clearance support (rutaecarpine)

Q: What was improved vs the old formula?

A:

• More comprehensive GABAergic stack (skullcap + valerian + apigenin + magnolia)
• Higher-end sleep peptide (PeptiSleep)
• Dual-delivery melatonin system
• Added neurotransmitter balancing (Mucuna + 5-HTP combo)
• Inclusion of rutaecarpine for real-world use (caffeine users)

Q: Is this stronger than typical sleep formulas?

A: Yes, but more importantly, it’s smarter:

• Doesn’t rely on just sedation
• Targets multiple pathways simultaneously
• Supports both falling asleep AND staying asleep
• Improves next-day recovery instead of grogginess

Q: How should I take it?

A:

• Take up to 6 capsules 15–30 minutes before bed
• Can adjust dose based on tolerance (flexible dosing)
• Best taken without food for faster onset
• Ideal for nightly use or as needed
• Can be stacked with NIGHTCAP, CALM, and CORTISOL CONTROL to further augment sleep and stress management

Q: Who is this best for?

• People who struggle to fall asleep
• People who wake up during the night
• High-stress individuals with overactive minds
• Caffeine/stimulant users needing better nighttime shutdown
• Anyone wanting deep, restorative sleep without next-day fog