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Hops
 While Hops is popularly known as the herb that gives most beer brews their bitter-aromatic flavor, the fact is this calming botanical has been used since antiquity for promoting relaxation and for relieving occasional sleeplessness & nervous tension.Hops is listed in all the major pharmacopoeias of the world for its historic soothing effects on the nerves. However, long before its addition to alcoholic brews, the Native American Cherokee tribe, the Chinese as well as Ayurvedic practitioners all usedHops as an herbal sleep aid and for restlessness associated with simple nervous tension. Today, various Hops preparations are recognized throughout Europe and other Western countries for its gentle calming ability.NOTE: Due to Hops natural estrogen-like compounds, some herbalist caution against its use by women with estrogen-sensitive health concerns.
Common use: Occasional sleeplessness; relief of stress; restlessness; simple nervous tension; promotes relaxation; relaxes tense muscles; supports healthy digestion.
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