Nutritional supplements are often recommended for individuals with various forms of behavioral over-activity, including hyperactivity, fidgeting, aggression, and impulsivity.

CalmNeeds contains a combination of Vitamins B6, magnesium, L-theanine, 5-HTP, and GABA, and offers a unique and natural path to calmness, day or night.

CalmNeeds offers a unique and natural path to calmness, day or night. This formula contains a combination of Vitamins B6, magnesium, L-theanine, 5-HTP, and GABA designed to:

• Relieve stress and anxiety.
• Promote sleep and relaxation.
• Support a calm and positive mood.
• Ease nervous tension and pain.
• Diminish overactive nerve conduction.
• Assist in serotonin production.

Manifestations of behavioral over-activity are quite common in people with neurodevelopmental disorders, as well as in the general population. These manifestations can include:

• Episodes of aggression
• Fidgeting/stereotypic movements/hyperkinesis
• Hyperactivity
• Impulsivity
• Seizures

CalmNeeds® consists of 5 natural ingredients, each of which can assist in behavioral over-activity and are often used together. The following section discusses each of these ingredients in brief. References are chosen in part based on relevance to focus and activity and to educate and substantiate the text.

Vitamin B6 – Also known as pyridoxine, B6 cannot be manufactured by humans and is obtained exclusively from the diet. In particular, B6 is necessary for creating neurotransmitters that regulate emotions, including serotonin, dopamine and gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA).* B6 deficiency is generally found in individuals with highly-restricted diets and/or substantial gastrointestinal symptoms. B6 is present in a wide variety of dietary supplements, including multivitamins.

Magnesium - Magnesium is a mineral that must be obtained in the diet in relatively large quantities. Magnesium deficiency is not rare, and the majority of Americans ingest sub-optimal amounts. Magnesium deficiency is particularly common in vulnerable populations, including people with gastrointestinal symptoms.* Supplementation with magnesium appears to be especially helpful for alleviating over-activity.* Magnesium is present in a wide variant of supplements, including digestion aids and multivitamins.

L-theanine – L-theanine is similar to the amino acids L-glutamate and L-glutamine and is naturally found in many plants. L-theanine is particularly abundant in many teas, and responsible in part for the calming aspect of tea*. One study demonstrates that L-theanine is safe and effective in improving some aspects of sleep quality*. L-theanine is present in a wide variety of foods and beverages, as well as supplements. L-theanine is often paired with GABA and is thought to augment the effects of GABA supplementation. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18296328

5-HTP - 5-hydroxytryptophan or 5-HTP is a naturally occurring amino acid produced from tryptophan, which is converted to the neurotransmitter serotonin. Serotonin is a contributor to feelings of well-being and happiness, as well as modulating cognition, reward, learning, memory, and numerous physiological processes*. Serotonin is particularly important in digestion. 5-HTP is marketed in the United States and other countries as a dietary supplement for use as a mood enhancer, appetite suppressant, and sleep aid*.

GABA - GABA, or gamma-aminobutyric acid, is a (non-protein) amino acid that acts as an inhibitory neurotransmitter for the central nervous system. GABA blocks nerve impulses so that nerve cells do not fire too frequently*. Many individuals dealing with overactivity or issues with mood may have a GABA deficiency. The lack of this brain chemical is said to cause symptoms which may include: brain fog, mood swings, increased stress, nervousness, poor sleep, irritability, and aggression*. GABA is present in a variety of supplements. Consult your physician as to whether CalmNeeds® is right for you or your child.

CalmNeeds is free of all common allergens including gluten, dairy, casein, eggs, soy, fish, shellfish, peanuts, and nuts. CalmNeeds does NOT contain any Artificial Colors, Artificial Sweeteners, Preservatives, or GMO’s

As a dietary supplement, take 2 capsules per day or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.
Sensitive individuals may wish to start with 1 capsule first, and increase to 2 capsules as indicated and tolerated.
For children under the age of 18 years old, consult your healthcare practitioner. However, 1 capsule is generally appropriate for children ages 6-12, with one or two capsules in adolescents.
To promote calming throughout the day, take two times a day.
To promote sleep, take about 30 minutes before bedtime.
To avoid nausea, take with food.