New Ingredient: Maizinol® for Better Sleep

A new addition to the Unigen range (the makers of Univestin™), Maizinol® is a patented, scientifically researched ingredient derived from corn. It contains proprietary and standardised natural compounds that bind to melatonin receptors, stimulate the body's own production of melatonin, and deliver melatonin-like effects to promote better sleep.

Maizinol® is a natural, hormone-free ingredient with research backing its ability to enhance the restorative stage of sleep. In a 4-week study involving 45 healthy adults (aged 19-73) with moderate stress levels, participants were given either a placebo, 250mg or 500mg of Maizinol® one hour before bedtime. Results revealed significant improvements in duration and quality of sleep.

The study showed up to a 30-minute increase in deep sleep, up to 10% more total sleep time, up to 49% improvement in sleep quality, and enhanced Profile of Mood States (POMS) scores between 36% and 58%. Compared to the placebo group, those taking Maizinol® experienced a 7-fold increase in deep sleep and a 10-fold increase in sleep quality according to the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI).¹ This research also demonstrates Maizinol® is a safe nutritional supplement.

Additionally, Maizinol® can be used as an active ingredient alone or formulated other ingredients from our range, scientifically researched to support the quality of sleep, such as Bacognize® and PureWay™ Melatonin. It is versatile and suitable for various applications, including tablets, capsules, gummies, RTD sachets, and liquids.

Bacognize® Bacopa monnieri is clinically proven to support memory, mood, attention, focus, emotional balance & sleep while PureWay™ Melatonin is backed by EFSA Approved Health claims which contributes to the reduction of time taken to fall asleep.

Be sure to check out the other ingredients from our Unigen range: AmLexin™, Anivestin™, Attenutin™ and Univestin™. To learn more, visit our Maizinol® dedicated page or contact us.

_{References:
(1) Talbott SM, Talbott JA, Brownell L, Yimam M. UP165, A Standardized Corn Leaf Extract for Improving Sleep Quality and Mood State. J Med Food. 2022 Sep 30. doi: 10.1089/jmf.2021.0197. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 36179066.}