Ashwagandha + Black Pepper Complex

A daily adaptogen formulation designed to support stress modulation, mood stability, and sleep quality during menopause and perimenopause. Combines clinically studied Ashwagandha with black pepper to optimize bioavailability.

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Clinical Profile

Targets

• Stress response and cortisol regulation

• Mood variability

• Sleep latency and continuity

• Nervous system support during hormonal transition

Primary Active

Organic Ashwagandha Root (Withania somnifera) — 1000 mg per serving
An adaptogenic herb shown to support stress resilience, mood stability, and sleep regulation.

Formulation Rationale

Hormonal changes and stress can disrupt mood regulation and sleep patterns. This formulation combines Ashwagandha with black pepper to enhance absorption and maximize physiological impact.

Organic Black Pepper (Piper nigrum) — Increases bioavailability of active constituents in Ashwagandha.

The formulation is designed for daily use to support multiple pathways involved in stress response, mood regulation, and sleep quality without sedation

Key Characteristics

• Clinically aligned Ashwagandha dosage

• Black pepper–enhanced absorption

• Vegan, non-GMO, gluten-free, sugar-free

• Free from artificial fillers and preservatives

• Manufactured in a GMP-certified, FDA-registered facility

Full Ingredient List

Organic Ashwagandha Root
Organic Black Pepper
Vegetable Capsule

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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Mood & Sleep Support By Menopause Science

Clinical research shows that up to 80% of perimenopausal women experience mood disturbances and sleep problems. Mood and Sleep Support provides organic ashwagandha root enhanced with black pepper extract for maximum bioavailability and effectiveness.*

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Research Summary

Clinical research suggests that ashwagandha supplementation may significantly reduce perceived stress, anxiety, and improve sleep quality while supporting healthy cortisol levels. Studies specifically in perimenopausal women suggest that ashwagandha may reduce total menopause symptom scores, with particular benefits for psychological symptoms, mood disturbances, and sleep disruption. The addition of black pepper extract (piperine) may enhance absorption, potentially ensuring optimal therapeutic benefits.*

Research at a Glance

Ingredient	Population Studied	Studied Benefit(s)	Research Link
Ashwagandha (600mg daily)	100 perimenopausal women aged 45-60	8-week RCT: Significant reduction in total menopause symptoms, anxiety, irritability, and depressive symptoms vs placebo	View Study
Ashwagandha (300mg 2x daily)	64 adults with chronic stress	60-day RCT: 44% reduction in stress scores, significant reduction in anxiety and cortisol levels	View Study
Ashwagandha (240mg daily)	60 stressed adults	60-day RCT: Significant reduction in anxiety (HAM-A scale) and morning cortisol levels vs placebo	View Study
Ashwagandha	400 participants across 5 studies	Meta-analysis: Significant improvement in overall sleep quality, sleep onset latency, and total sleep time	View Study
Ashwagandha (300mg 2x daily)	60 insomnia patients	10-week RCT: Significant improvement in sleep onset latency, sleep efficiency, and quality vs placebo	View Study
Black Pepper (Piperine)	Various supplement studies	Bioavailability enhancer: Increases absorption of herbal compounds by inhibiting liver enzymes	View Study