Overview

POLLEN-BASED HERBAL EXTRACTS   What is a pollen-based herbal extract. Pollen is a powder produced by flowers when they are reproducing. Flowers reproduce when the pollen spreads around to fertilize other plants. You may know pollen from its status as a springtime allergen. The exact mixture of bioactive substances in pollen depends on its plant source, the activity of bees (who pollinate flowers), climate, and other agricultural variables. However, pollen typically contains nutrients such as amino acids, carbohydrates, and minerals [[1]].

How it works:

The exact mechanisms behind purified cytoplasm of pollen (PCP) are not understood, but researchers believe that it may act as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) to increase the availability of the neurotransmitter serotonin in the brain, and particularly in the cells of the hypothalamus. Indeed, precursors to serotonin can be found in PCP. The hypothalamus has a regulatory function in the brain, controlling temperature perception, sleep-wake cycles, appetite, and overall balance of the body’s functioning. Studies of PCP supplements improved sleep quality and quality of life, reducing hot flashes, fatigue, and other menopause symptoms in women.

Dosage Form: Tablet Oral - N/A

Common Usage: Supporting sleep; reducing menopause symptoms, including fatigue, in women