Natural sleep support
published studies document lessening of sleep disturbances⁸
Diverse applications
suitable for gummies, capsules, and tablets
History of traditional use
well-established use in herbal preparations
Sustainably sourced
responsibly and reliably sourced in Eastern and Northern Europe
Multiple meta-analysis studies on populations with sleep disturbances have concluded that valerian may be effective in lessening sleep disturbances as measured by questionnaires and/or actiwatches.⁷ ⁸ Overall these data contribute to the sum of evidence that valerian may improve sleep quality. This benefit is likely mediated via valerian extract and valerenic acid’s modulatory effect on brain gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) receptors, which are well-known for their role in regulating sleep.⁹
At Givaudan, we are committed to sourcing all materials and services in a way that protects both people and the environment by 2030. We collaborate with our suppliers to optimise harvest and post-harvest practices in accordance with the principles of our Sourcing4Good programme, which promotes responsible practices across our supply chains, while improving both producer livelihoods and the environmental footprints of our products. Our valerian is traceable to the field level where we ensure the highest valerenic content by growing enhanced varieties and following good agricultural practices.
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Generally considered healthier and more nutritious than the other main cereals, oats offer a full range of benefits in a single ingredient. OatWell™ can be provided in three different concentrations of beta-glucans, all delivering both soluble and insoluble fibres, along with an average of 21% - 23% protein.
OatWell™ uses a unique production process to fractionate the oat kernel into three product lines: beta-glucan products, oat flours, and oat oils. Our production process preserves the native structure of oat beta-glucans, retaining their high molecular weight during fractionation into oat brans with a high amount of beta-glucans.
The molecular weight of oat beta-glucan is essential to delivering health benefits. OatWell™'s beta-glucan has a very high molecular weight (2000-2500 kDa as naturally found in oats), which contributes to its unique viscosity and thickening properties. This viscosity has an important impact on physiological functions, such as reducing blood cholesterol levels, moderating blood glucose and insulin levels, and potentially benefiting satiety.
Benefits of OatWell’s high molecular weight:
The prebiotic effects of oat bran fibre have been validated through years of research. In a review by Malkki and Virtanen, they cite: “in the large bowel, soluble dietary fibre increases the fermentation activity, especially production of butyric acid, enhances growth and colonisation of some probiotic bacterial strains, increases production of microbial mass and thereby aids the removal of nitrogen via faeces. It also increases wet weight of stools, thereby alleviating constipation”.²¹
Research conducted on oat beta-glucan demonstrates that it meets three important criteria, confirming its status as a prebiotic fibre:¹ ²
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