{"product_id":"aor-ortho-sleep","title":"AOR Ortho-Sleep 443mg, Advanced Sleep Aid Pills, Promotes relaxation and reduces anxiety, Restores restful sleep patterns","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAOR Ortho-Sleep Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAOR Ortho-Sleep is a comprehensive natural sleep formula combining melatonin (3mg per serving), GABA, L-theanine, 5-HTP, valerian root, passionflower, and lemon balm. Built for adults dealing with occasional sleeplessness, stress-related sleep disruption, jet lag, or shift work — and for people who've tried single-ingredient melatonin or magnesium and want a more layered approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"vitamart-trust-strip\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVitamins Lowest Prices\u003c\/strong\u003e | \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/pages\/low-price-guarantee\"\u003eLowest Price in Canada — Guaranteed\u003c\/a\u003e | Ships from Ontario across Canada\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAOR (Advanced Orthomolecular Research)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eForm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVegi-capsules\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMelatonin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3mg per 2-capsule serving\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther ingredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGABA, L-theanine, 5-HTP, valerian, passionflower, lemon balm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60 caps and 120 caps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVegan, gluten-free, non-GMO, Made in Canada\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCaution\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCauses drowsiness — do not drive for 5 hours after use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho Ortho-Sleep Is For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou've tried plain melatonin and it didn't fully do the job\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou're dealing with stress-related sleep disruption, racing thoughts, or trouble winding down\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou travel across time zones and want jet lag support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou work shift work or have an irregular sleep schedule\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want a multi-ingredient sleep formula rather than stacking separate products\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou're looking for occasional, not long-term, sleep support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho this product is NOT for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Anyone under 18, pregnant, breastfeeding, or trying to conceive. Anyone on antidepressants, sedatives, blood pressure medication, or any antidepressant or similar serotonin-affecting medication (5-HTP can interact significantly — talk to your healthcare practitioner first). Anyone with scleroderma. Anyone who needs to drive or operate machinery within 5 hours of taking it. If your sleeplessness has persisted for more than 3 weeks, it's worth talking to a practitioner rather than self-treating — chronic insomnia often has underlying causes that need attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVitamart's Take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAOR Ortho-Sleep is a multi-ingredient sleep formula designed to support relaxation and restful sleep. It combines melatonin with calming amino acids and traditional herbs, including valerian, passionflower, and lemon balm. The formula is designed for occasional sleeplessness, jet lag, and shift-work sleep disruption. It’s vegan and made in Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Ortho-Sleep Compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eOrtho-Sleep vs Melatonin Alone\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStandard melatonin is single-ingredient and lower-cost — it works best for sleep timing (jet lag, shift work, delayed sleep phase). Ortho-Sleep combines melatonin with relaxation-focused ingredients (GABA, L-theanine, 5-HTP, herbs), which can help when racing thoughts or stress are part of the sleep problem. Pure melatonin is the cleaner starting point; Ortho-Sleep is the more layered approach when melatonin alone isn't enough.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eOrtho-Sleep vs Magnesium Sleep Formulas (e.g. CanPrev Mag + GABA + Melatonin)\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMagnesium sleep formulas focus on muscle relaxation, nervous system calm, and mineral replenishment — typically gentler with fewer drug interactions. Ortho-Sleep takes a different approach: brain-chemistry-focused ingredients (5-HTP, GABA, L-theanine) plus herbal calming agents. If you suspect magnesium deficiency or want a gentler nightly approach, magnesium-based is the safer daily choice. If you've ruled that out and want a more targeted sleep formula, Ortho-Sleep is the next step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eOrtho-Sleep vs Plain Herbal Sleep Aids\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHerbal-only sleep aids (valerian, passionflower, lemon balm, chamomile, hops) work mainly through plant compounds that support relaxation. Ortho-Sleep combines those same herbs with brain-chemistry nutrients (5-HTP, GABA, L-theanine) and melatonin — a more comprehensive but more complex formula. Herbal-only is the simpler starting point if you want to avoid melatonin and 5-HTP; Ortho-Sleep is the all-in-one for people who want the layered approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in Ortho-Sleep (and Why)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMelatonin (3mg):\u003c\/strong\u003e A hormone your body produces in response to darkness. Supports sleep timing — most useful for jet lag, shift work, and delayed sleep onset.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGABA:\u003c\/strong\u003e A calming brain chemical. Used in sleep formulas to support a relaxed, quiet mental state.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eL-theanine:\u003c\/strong\u003e An amino acid from green tea. Supports relaxation without sedation; often paired with GABA.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e5-HTP:\u003c\/strong\u003e A precursor your body uses to make serotonin. Supports the natural serotonin–melatonin pathway. Significant interactions with antidepressants and similar medications — must coordinate with practitioner if you take any.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eValerian root:\u003c\/strong\u003e A traditional sleep herb used for centuries, often chosen when stress or anxiety disrupts sleep.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePassionflower \u0026amp; lemon balm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Calming herbal traditions, commonly stacked in evening sleep formulas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake as directed on the product label, in the evening or before bedtime. Do not drive or operate machinery for at least 5 hours after taking this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCautions (please read):\u003c\/strong\u003e Consult your healthcare practitioner before use if you are taking \u003cem\u003eany\u003c\/em\u003e medication, including antidepressants, sedatives, blood pressure medication, migraine medication, cough or cold products containing dextromethorphan, or supplements that act on serotonin pathways such as L-tryptophan, SAMe, or St. John's Wort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not use if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, trying to conceive, under 18 years old, taking immunosuppressive drugs, or if you have scleroderma. Consult a healthcare practitioner if sleeplessness persists for more than 3 weeks, or if symptoms persist or worsen. Sleep problems lasting more than a few weeks may need professional evaluation — supplements should complement, not replace, that conversation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eHow much melatonin is in Ortho-Sleep?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e3mg per 2-capsule serving. That's in the moderate range — higher than the very low \"physiological dose\" (0.3–1mg) some practitioners prefer, lower than the 5–10mg doses some products use.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eCan I drive after taking it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eNo. Do not drive or operate machinery for at least 5 hours after taking Ortho-Sleep. It causes drowsiness — that's the point — and impaired motor function and reaction time can persist.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eIs this safe with my antidepressant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eYou must talk to your healthcare practitioner first. 5-HTP works on serotonin pathways and can interact significantly with antidepressants (SSRIs, SNRIs, MAOIs, etc.). Combining serotonin-affecting agents without medical supervision can be dangerous.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eHow long can I take it for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eOrtho-Sleep is built for occasional or situational use (jet lag, shift work, stress-related sleep disruption), not long-term nightly use. If you've needed sleep support for more than 3 weeks, that's a conversation to have with a practitioner.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eDoes it cause morning grogginess?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSome people experience next-day grogginess with multi-ingredient sleep formulas, especially if taken too close to wake time. Take it 7–8 hours before you need to be up. If grogginess persists, try a lower-potency option or single-ingredient melatonin.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eWill it help with jet lag?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eYes — that's one of its intended use cases. Take it at the local bedtime when you arrive at your destination, for a few nights, to help reset your body clock to local time.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/magnesium\"\u003eMagnesium bisglycinate\u003c\/a\u003e — daily mineral support that pairs with sleep formulas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/theanine\"\u003eL-theanine\u003c\/a\u003e — additional daytime calm support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/anxiety-stress-aids\"\u003eStress \u0026amp; relaxation support\u003c\/a\u003e — daytime stress management can improve sleep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/adrenal-support\"\u003eAdrenal support\u003c\/a\u003e — for those with stress-related sleep disruption\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e💡 Subscribe \u0026amp; save up to 10% on every order — never run out of your daily supplements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompare Similar Products\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/sleep-supplements\"\u003eAll Sleep Supplements\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/anxiety-stress-aids\"\u003eStress \u0026amp; Relaxation Support\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/magnesium\"\u003eMagnesium Supplements\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/collections\/ashwaganda\"\u003eAshwagandha \u0026amp; Adaptogens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Vitamart\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitamart.ca is Canada's vitamin specialist. 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