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What are terpenes?

Terpenes are the largest and most diverse group of naturally occurring chemical compounds found in plants and play a major role in the medicinal benefits that many plants provide. The common plant sources of terpenes are cannabis, tea, thyme, Spanish sage, and citrus fruits (e.g., lemon, orange, mandarin). They contribute to the smell and flavour of plant-based foods.  Perhaps one of the best known terpenes is curcumin, which provides anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anticancer, antimicrobial and digestive benefits, just to name a few.

Terpenes have a wellness effect by acting on the body’s own endocannabinoid system. The endocannabinoid system is widely distributed throughout the body including the brain and central nervous system. It consists of a complex network of cell receptors that work as chemical messengers, and which are suggested to play a major role in multiple different health conditions, including anxiety and other mood disorders.

Common wellness effects demonstrated by the addition of terpenes into the diet include improvements in physical aches and pains, decreased muscle tension, a more balanced mood, enhanced calmness, a more regulated appetite, sharper thinking, and improvements in restlessness, anxiety and sleep.

Relax contains a carefully formulated blend of terpenes in a vegetable oil base to deliver the desired result. A summary of the key actions of each active constituent is outlined below:

Myrcene: Sedative, muscle relaxant, pain-relieving, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant.

D-limonene: Sedative, muscle relaxant, stress-reducing, anti-anxiety, anti-depressant, antispasmodic, immune-stimulant, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, gastroprotective, neuroprotective.

Linalool: Sedative, anti-anxiety, anti-depressant, mood-stabilising, pain-relieving, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anticonvulsant, antimicrobial, neuroprotective.

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All natural plant terpenes in a vegetable oil base.
Myrcene
D-limonene
Linalool

Note: The dosing guidelines have recently changed.

As a general guide, provide 1 drop per 2 kg of body weight either given once per day or split across two meals.

Mix drops directly onto food just prior to serving.

Always start with a lower dose than recommended (literally, just start with 1-2 drops) and build up gradually to the full dose over a period of 1-2 weeks. This helps your dog get used to the taste, and some dogs may respond well to a lower dose (yay!)

Do not administer directly into the mouth

Each 30 mL bottle contains 600 drops

Expect to see wellness benefits in 2 to 4 weeks after regular use.



Storage

Store below 25 C in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight. Discard 6 months after opening.

Safe use in pregnant and lactating animals has not been established.

Avoid contact with the eyes and nose.

Stop using or reduce intake if you notice undesirable effects such as loose stools.