Ashwagandha and chamomile are said to have a positive effect on the emotion behind fear and anxiety, while apple & papaya are believed to help balance the pH in the GI tract. Essential amino acids like L-Tryptophan and L-Theanine are believed to provide a seratonin synthesis effect due to crossing the blood brain barrier. The goal is to give the body the ability to enhance mental focus without having a sedative effect.