Description

VALERIAN

Valerian also known as all heal or garden heliotrope. Valerian is most commonly used for sleep disorders, especially the inability to sleep (insomnia). Valerian is also used orally for anxiety and psychological stress, but there is limited scientific research to support these uses.

How does it work?

Valerian seems to act like a sedative on the Brain and nervous system.

Uses & Effectiveness

Inability to Sleep (Insomnia):

Although research studies show that taking valerian can reduce the amount of time it takes to fall asleep by about 15 to 20 minutes. Valerian also seems to improve sleep quality. Doses of 400-900 mg of valerian taken up to 2 hours before bed seem to work best. Continuous use for several days, even up to four weeks, may be needed before an effect is noticeable. Taking valerian might also improve the sleep quality of people who are withdrawing from the use of sleeping pills.

Menopausal Symptoms:

Research shows that taking 675-1060 mg of valerian daily for 8 weeks can reduce the severity and frequency of hot flashes in postmenopausal women.

Anxiety:

There are strong evidences about the effectiveness of valerian for anxiety; research shows that taking valerian may reduce anxiety.

Depression:

Research suggests that taking valerian improves symptoms of depression. Taking 1000 mg of valerian improves depression symptoms faster than any other pills for treat depression.

Menstrual disorders (dysmenorrhoea):

Research suggests that taking 255 mg of valerian three times daily for two menstrual cycles reduces pain and the need for other pain relievers during menstruation.

Premenstrual disorders (PMS):

Research suggests that taking 255 mg of valerian three times daily for two menstrual cycles reduces pain and the need for other pain relievers during menstruation.

Restlessness:

Research suggests that taking one or two capsules of valerian once or twice daily might reduce symptoms of serious restlessness (dyssomnia)

Stress:

Research suggests that taking 600 mg of valerian for 7 days before a mental stress test reduces blood pressure, heart rate, and feelings of pressure when under stress. Other research found that taking 100 mg of valerian before speaking in front of an audience reduces feelings of anxiety. Another study found that taking a single dose of a combination product containing 360 mg of valerian and 240 mg of lemon balm night lower anxiety caused by stress. But the combination seems to increase anxiety when taken in larger doses of 1080 mg of valerian and 720 mg of lemon balm.

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)

Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS)

Convulsions

Epilepsy

Headache

Menopausal symptoms including hot flashes and anxiety

Mild tremors

Muscle and joint pain

Stomach upset