Looking for a way to relax without alcohol? Adaptogens and nootropics might be the answer. These natural compounds help manage stress and improve focus, offering a healthier way to unwind in today’s fast-paced world.
Key Takeaways:
- Adaptogens (e.g., Ashwagandha): Reduce stress by lowering cortisol levels.
- Nootropics (e.g., L-Theanine, Vitamin B1): Enhance brain function, promoting relaxation without impairing mental clarity.
- Combined Benefits: When used together, they create a calming effect similar to alcohol but without its negative side effects.
- Consumer Results: 71% of users felt more relaxed, and 88% reduced alcohol consumption with IMPOSSIBREW®'s Social Blend™.
This blend, developed with experts like Dr Paul Chazot, is now being incorporated into non-alcoholic beers, offering a functional alternative for relaxation. Curious how it works? Let’s dive in.
How Adaptogens and Nootropics Work
Stress Response and Adaptogens
Ashwagandha helps reduce cortisol levels and boosts GABA activity in the brain. IMPOSSIBREW®'s proprietary Social Blend™ combines Ashwagandha with other ingredients designed to manage stress. Nootropics, on the other hand, influence neurotransmitters, working alongside adaptogens to regulate the body's stress response.
Brain Function and Nootropics
L‑Theanine promotes the production of GABA and serotonin, while Vitamin B1 aids energy metabolism in brain cells. These ingredients are part of the Social Blend™ [1]. Together, they combine adaptogenic and nootropic effects to create a calming experience similar to alcohol, but without causing impairment [1].
Combined Effects on Relaxation
How These Compounds Work Together
Recent research highlights that adaptogens and nootropics can complement each other to support relaxation while maintaining mental sharpness. Adaptogens help lower cortisol levels, while nootropics influence neurotransmitters, creating a balance that calms the mind without dulling focus. IMPOSSIBREW®'s Social Blend™, developed with Dr Paul Chazot, a Bioscience Professor and Chair of Pharmacology at Durham University, combines L-Theanine, Ashwagandha, a proprietary plant extract, and Vitamin B1. This blend mimics the soothing effects of alcohol but without causing intoxication [1].
Now, let’s look at the data supporting these combined benefits.
Latest Research Results
According to consumer research, 71% of users reported feeling more relaxed, and many reduced their alcohol consumption. Additionally, 75% of participants described it as the most complete alternative to alcohol [1]. These findings highlight the calming effects achieved when adaptogens and nootropics are combined.
Next, we’ll explore how these results are applied to non-alcoholic beer formulations.
Effects: Single vs Combined Use
"I must admit, I did feel somewhat looser and more animated after drinking it" – Featured in Press [1]
IMPOSSIBREW® explains that their Social Blend™ is "designed to imitate the feeling of relaxation induced by traditional beer" [1]. Combining adaptogens and nootropics creates a more rounded relaxation experience compared to using either alone. These insights are now shaping the development of new non-alcoholic beer recipes, which will be discussed further.
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Relaxation in Modern Drinks
Manufacturers are now incorporating ingredients like adaptogens and nootropics into non-alcoholic beverages to create drinks that help people relax when they need it.
Key Ingredients
Non-alcoholic drinks often feature ingredients such as L-Theanine and Ashwagandha, which are known to help reduce stress levels while maintaining mental sharpness.
Non-Alcoholic Beer Innovations
Using advanced brewing methods, producers can retain great flavour while blending adaptogens and nootropics into non-alcoholic beers. For instance, IMPOSSIBREW®'s Enhanced Lager and Enhanced Hazy Pale (both under 0.5% ABV) include their proprietary Social Blend™, offering a satisfying taste alongside relaxation benefits. These methods bring lab-based discoveries directly to consumers in drinkable forms.
The Science Behind IMPOSSIBREW®'s Social Blend™
In collaboration with Dr Paul Chazot from Durham University, IMPOSSIBREW® developed Social Blend™, a mix of L-Theanine, Ashwagandha, Vitamin B1, and plant extracts. Consumer trials have shown that this blend promotes relaxation and helps reduce alcohol consumption. This approach highlights a shift from lab research to creating practical, consumer-friendly relaxation beverages.
Summary and Findings
Consumer trials show that Social Blend™, which includes L‑Theanine, Ashwagandha, and Vitamin B1, effectively promotes relaxation in non‑alcoholic beer while maintaining mental sharpness. These results support the use of adaptogen and nootropic blends in such beverages.
Future research will focus on fine-tuning the balance of L‑Theanine, Ashwagandha, Vitamin B1, and other plant-based ingredients to boost relaxation benefits without affecting cognitive function.
