Valerian Root & What We Know

Extensive German research has confirmed its use for aiding insomnia, poor sleep and the quality of sleep. It also helps reduce blood pressure.

It’s the valepotriate compounds that induce sleep and otherwise, it’s valerianic acid. These constituents and many others have primary CNS (central nervous system) depressant activities plus the ability to sedate neurotransmitters.

Valerian helps a wide range of stress-related disorders especially those who find it hard to ‘switch off’ due to nervous excitability and lack of calm generally. However, some may find it sedating and therefore it is best used at night when you are at home.

Beware: Some people (5%) can become wakeful at night time with valerian so avoid it. I often say a blend of passionflower (Passiflora) and ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) is just as good. Or passionflower on its own with its ability to use it long-term.

If you would like to try our Valerian & Passionflower Formula please give us a call on 01379 608201. (Not available online!)

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