Valerian Root: Natural Sleep and Anxiety Support

Valerian Root: Nature’s Sleep Solution

Valerian root has been used for centuries to promote relaxation and improve sleep quality. This powerful herb offers natural support for those struggling with sleep or anxiety.

Primary Benefits

1. Sleep Support

   • Reduces time to fall asleep
   • Improves sleep quality
   • Helps maintain healthy sleep patterns

2. Anxiety Relief

   • Promotes relaxation
   • Reduces stress
   • Calms nervous tension

3. Mental Wellness

   • Supports emotional balance
   • Helps with restlessness
   • Promotes overall calm

How It Works

Valerian contains compounds that:

• Interact with GABA receptors
• Support natural sleep cycles
• Promote muscle relaxation

Usage Guidelines

For Sleep

• Take 300-600mg 1-2 hours before bed
• Use consistently for best results
• Start with lower doses

For Anxiety

• 120-200mg up to 3 times daily
• Take between meals
• Monitor response

Safety Considerations

• May cause drowsiness
• Don’t combine with alcohol or sedatives
• Not recommended during pregnancy

References

1. Bent S, et al. (2006). Valerian for Sleep: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Am J Med.
2. Fernández-San-Martín MI, et al. (2010). Effectiveness of Valerian on anxiety and sleep. Sleep Med Rev.
3. Murphy K, et al. (2010). Valeriana officinalis root extracts have potent anxiolytic effects in laboratory rats. Phytomedicine.