VALERIAN ROOT

PRODUCT INFORMATION 

Health Benefits

Insomnia
Valerian root is probably best known as a remedy for insomnia. Despite its popularity among consumer, there is little evidence that it can promote sleep or improve the quality of sleep.

Anxiety
Valerian root is touted by some as a safe and natural alternative to prescription anxiety drugs, most especially those like Xanax (alprazolam), Klonopin clonazepam), Valium (diazepam), and Ativan (lorazepam) that act on GABA receptors.

Valerenic acid appears to act on receptors in a way that enhances GABA transmission but without the pronounced sedative effects of a drug like Valium. This may benefit people on treatment for anxiety and other mood disorders.

Hot Flashes
Valerian root may be useful in minimizing hot flashes commonly affecting women during menopause. The exact mechanism of action is unknown since valerian doesn't appear to directly influence hormone levels.