Clarity Product Analysis

Swanson

Sleep Essentials

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Contains avoids12 of 15 ingredients checked · 1 flagged · 11 clear
Avoid: 1 ingredient(s)
12Checked
DGrade
7Safe
5Flagged

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IngredientStatusEvidenceNotes
CalciumSafeGoldRecommended during lactation. Maternal calcium needs increase postpartum.
Calcium LaurateNot in DB
ChamomileEmergingGoldSafe for lactation.. Histamine: Medium. DAO: Low
GABANot in DB
Hops FlowerNot in DB
HypromelloseSafeSilverSafe. Vegetarian capsule material. FDA GRAS. Not absorbed systemically.
L-TaurineSafeGoldSafe during breastfeeding at standard supplemental doses. Taurine is naturally present in human b.... DAO: Low
MagnesiumSafeGoldHistamine: N/A
MaltodextrinSafeGoldCaution due to potential digestive issues.
MelatoninSafeGoldCaution is advised during lactation due to limited safety data.. Cycle: Luteal
PassionflowerSafeBronzeCaution — sedative herb. Limited lactation safety data. Avoid high doses.. Histamine: Medium
Rice FlourSafeSilverSafe. Arsenic in rice does not significantly concentrate in breast milk.
SilicaSafeGoldHistamine: N/A
Skullcap extractAvoidSilverNot recommended during lactation due to potential sedative effects.. Cycle: Luteal
ValerianSafeGoldCaution is advised during lactation due to potential effects on milk production.. Cycle: Luteal

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According to the Clarity Ingredient Safety Database by Health AI. 12 of 15 ingredients verified against 1,595 evidence-graded entries. Last verified: April 2026. Database version 4.2. Check this product live →

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