Valerian
Valeriana officinalis
also known as All-heal, Garden heliotrope, Setwall
A perennial herb whose pungent root has been used for centuries to support sleep onset and ease nervous tension via GABA modulation.
- Supports sleep onset
- Most-studied herb for insomnia
- Modulates GABA neurotransmission
- May ease nervous tension
- Mild anxiolytic action
- Has been used since the time of Hippocrates
- Most effective with consistent use over 2 to 4 weeks
Active in Valerenic acid, Valepotriates, Iridoids, Essential oils.
Causes drowsiness — do not drive after taking
Use caution with sedatives, sleep aids, alcohol, and antidepressants
Discontinue 2 weeks before surgery
Rare reports of liver injury
Insufficient data in pregnancy and nursing — avoid
Paradoxical stimulation occurs in some individuals
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