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It is sometimes referred to as \"Indian Ginseng.\" The plant contains a full spectrum of healing properties. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"new-product-info__description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"new-product-info__description\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTonify the immune system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspire vigor and strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncrease the body's levels of Super Oxide Dismutase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarmonize Mind, Body, and Spirit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduce the effects of mental, emotional, and physical stress\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eAshwagandha has been reputed to support healthy sleep cycles, lowered stress, increased fertility, bolstered immunity, improved stamina, lowered blood pressure, strengthened muscles, balanced hormones, and has been studied as an aid for a number of conditions (including asthma, anemia, depression, arthritis and chronic fatigue).\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eAshwagandha is reputed to help support emotional balance and brain function and acts as a potent antioxidant to boost the immune system. In a recent study conducted by the U.S. National Library of Medicine, it was reported that this tonic herb may help with asthma, arthritis, chronic fatigue, anemia, infertility, depression and blood pressure. It is also thought to support the endocrine and nervous system functions as well. This “Indian ginseng” is an excellent herb for stress relief and supporting an inner sense of well-being\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eDiscover the research on the effects of using Ashwagandha \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/0378874195013180\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\nAshwagandha (Organic) is a cornerstone of the Ayurvedic Medicine Cabinet, also known as “Indian ginseng” for its immune-fortifying and invigorating properties. It is considered an adaptogen as it harmonizes physiological functions in a variety of ways, and supports hormone balance in men and women. 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The effects of the Blue Lotus, or Blue Waterlily, can be euphoric, while helping to decompress the nervous system and relax the whole body and mind.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA dried flower that can help promote relaxation and heightened awareness. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eKey Benefits:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e+ Can act as a nervous system relaxant (also known as a Nervine)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e+ Can help promote restful sleep.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e+ Helps to reduce stress + anxiety.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e+ May open up the third eye. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e+ May induce relaxation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e+ May heighten awareness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e+ May relieve anxiety.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anima Mundi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42111550816443,"sku":"","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0590\/9505\/6571\/products\/pretty-well-beauty-anima-mundi-blue-lotus.jpg?v=1637689681"},{"product_id":"lucid-dreaming-elixir","title":"Lucid Dreaming Elixir","description":"\u003cp\u003eLucid Dreaming Elixir  \"Third Eye Tonic\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDream Tonic | Insomnia’s Antidote | Nervous System Soother | Pituitary + Pineal Tonic\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA relaxing tonic that can enhance deep sleep and lucid dreaming. The botanicals within this elixir have rich historical use, particularly due to their nervous system decompressing properties. Many of these plants were often used to ignite deep states of meditation, as well as deep visionary sleep. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKalea sacatechichi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e native to Central America, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKava Kava\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e native to the Pacific Islands, \u003cem\u003ePassionflower\u003c\/em\u003e traditionally used all over Latin America, and \u003cem\u003eBlue Lotus\u003c\/em\u003e used in Ancient Maya and Egypt, for example -- have been used in ritual by medicine people to enter deep meditative states and ignite visionary sleep. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLucid dreaming, or visionary sleep, is the process of awakening in the dream, and being conscious in the dream. Plant allies like those within this formula, assist the body in deeply relaxing, yet remaining lucid and aware as the body transitions into sleep. This allows consciousness to witness itself sleep and enter in a deep relaxed state. This awakening process naturally enhances restorative rest, studied to boost the immune response, support the nervous system and enhance brain function.        \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis elixir is composed of botanicals from different parts of the world that are respected as visionary plants. These wonderful herbs have been used by medicine people as the plants of the ancestors. They all contain a particular chemistry in common in which they can boost hypothalamic function, increase pituitary and pineal response, and strengthen particular organs. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis formula can enhance deep sleep, as well as to create a stronger dream-recall, essentially building towards lucidity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Composed of nervines, nervous system relaxants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e+ Adaptogenic, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e may help restore proper adrenal function.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e+ Can support the body to lucid dream. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e+ Can assist a meditation practice. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e+ Can enhance the sight of the third eye.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e+ Purposefully Unsweetened, Vegan, and Gluten Free.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anima Mundi","offers":[{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":42711053861051,"sku":"","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":42711053893819,"sku":"","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0590\/9505\/6571\/products\/pretty-well-beauty-anima-mundi-lucid-dream.jpg?v=1649197023"},{"product_id":"calm-tea","title":"Calm Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003eCalm Tea: Stress Relief Tonic Tea, 100% Organic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an exquisite and effective herbal tea for those dealing with stress, anxiety and symptoms of trauma. 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