Deep Recovery is a high-dose melatonin formula
Deep Recovery delivers 10 mg of melatonin per 2-capsule serving — a supra-physiological dose. Most sleep researchers recommend 0.3–3 mg for routine use. 10 mg is best used for occasional short-term situations (jet lag, shift changes, high-stress nights), not indefinite nightly use.
Vitamin B6 (1.8 mg, 106% DV)
Vitamin B6 is a cofactor in the conversion of tryptophan and 5-HTP to serotonin, and of serotonin to melatonin — supporting the biochemistry that the amino-acid ingredients in the blend rely on.
The 905 mg proprietary Sleep Formula
Fourteen ingredients in a combined 905 mg blend: L-Tryptophan, Lycium fruit, Chamomile flower, Lemon Balm, Passion Flower, L-Taurine, Hops flower, St. John's Wort, GABA, Chinese Skullcap root, L-Theanine, Ashwagandha root, Inositol, and 5-HTP. Individual doses are not disclosed on the label — this is a proprietary blend.
St. John's Wort — critical safety note
St. John's Wort is one of the most well-documented herbal drug-interaction risks. It affects hepatic CYP3A4 enzyme activity and interacts with oral contraceptives, SSRIs and other antidepressants, warfarin and other anticoagulants, immunosuppressants, HIV medications, and several chemotherapy agents. Do not take Deep Recovery without medical clearance if you are on any prescription medication.
What Deep Recovery is NOT
Deep Recovery is not a low-dose melatonin formula. It does not contain 300 mg magnesium glycinate, KSM-66® ashwagandha, glycine, or high-dose valerian. If you specifically want low-dose (0.3 mg) melatonin, or a magnesium-glycinate-forward sleep formula, this isn't it.
- 01Lopresti A. et al., Medicine, 2019.
- 02Yamadera W. et al., Sleep and Biological Rhythms, 2007.
- 03Borrelli F. & Izzo A., AAPS Journal, 2009 (St. John's Wort interactions).
Editorial note: this article is provided for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Discuss supplementation with a qualified clinician, especially if you take prescription medication or have a medical condition.
