Some of the ingredients in Quietude® include: Hyoscyamus niger, Nux moshata and Passiflora, Stramonium, all of which are commonly used in Homeopathic Medicine.

Some consumer may wonder, what is Homeopathic Medicine? This alternative system of medicine was developed about 200 years ago by Samuel Hahnemann, a German Physician and Chemist. The basic premise of Homeopathic Medicine is to arouse the body’s innate natural defenses to fight disease by using extreme dilutions of minerals and herbs, as well as substances referred to as remedies.

These elements would normally be toxic or create the symptoms they are designed to alleviate if used at its full strength. But at this diluted intensity, it is rather benign. However, researchers are still trying to ascertain if Homeopathic medicine actually works, regardless of what developers such as Boiron® would have us believe.

Hyoscyamus niger, Nux moshata, Passiflora and Stramonium are the primary ingredients used in this formula; they are all used in many homeopathic remedies. Passiflora is used in homeopathic medicine to aid with convulsions, painful diarrhea, tetanus, hysteria, mania, asthma, as well as to alleviate insomnia. Hyoscyamus niger is used to ease convulsions, hysteria, restlessness, Spasms, Fears, Coughs, as well as to ease many psychological issues. Nux moshata has been used to lessen the affects of allergies and sensitivities. Stramonium is used to alleviate some mental and emotional issues.

These elements can often be found together in homeopathic products geared toward insomnia; although they have not been proven to be effective in this area. At the time of review, this retailer’s website also failed to post any research to support the claims made about the abilities of this product, which we found disconcerting and problematic. This development left us wondering if there are any studies available. We clearly believe that further research needs to be conduced on homeopathic remedies to ascertain their effectiveness.

• Uses natural ingredients

• Ingredients have not been proven to lessen insomnia
• Research to support claims missing at time of review
• At review, no testimonial posted

Those consumers who already have an interest in homeopathic medicine will surely be enticed by Quietude®; although we largely have some doubts about its effectiveness in easing insomnia. There is little research available that suggests it is a viable resource in this arena, which indicates that more research is clearly needed on this system of folk medicine.

Those consumers seeking products proven to generate satisfied results may opt for products containing Melatonin, a widely touted ingredient shown to readjust the sleep cycle and generate an uninterrupted, deep sleep. Also, research has shown Hops to work directly on the central nervous system, effectively addressing sleep related issues. In a recent study, subjects reported that it significantly boosted the quality and depth of their sleep.