I have a vintage wooden poster ad of Coca-Cola in my office that describes the product as being able to “relieve fatigue and excitement.” That was the first thing that came to mind when I accepted an offer to try Ü Relax Calming Tonic.
Made by Ü Calming Co., the all-natural tonic claims to help promote deep relaxation, calm nerves and brighten one’s mood. It’s made of herbs and shrubs, including chamomile, lemon balm and kava-kava.
According to the company, kava-kava is a centuries-old natural remedy that has been used by Pacific Islanders.
“I decided to develop Ü Relax after personally experiencing the benefits of kava-kava,” CEO Adam Davies said in a statement. “What we have here is a one-of-a-kind formula made with plant-based ingredients that are proven to relieve stress.”
Ü Relax Calming Tonic currently comes in two flavors. It is non-GMO, gluten-free, vegan and dairy-free, and each serving has 10 calories and 4 g. of carbs.
- The mixed berry version has a creamy flavor, reminding me of yogurt. This is indeed what I would expect for something meant to be soothing.
- I also enjoyed the pineapple version. I thought the flavor was pleasant and did a good job of elevating the earthy kava-kava flavor.
I drank the calming tonic in the evening hours. It felt like it took the edge off without making me groggy, so you can certainly drink the tonic during the day. At the same time, I had no problem falling asleep later at night. I definitely would recommend the tonic for anyone dealing with stress or anxiety.
You can purchase Ü Relax Calming Tonic through its website. A six-pack of single-serving, 3.75-oz bottles costs $36.
Photo from Ü Calming Co.
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