Numerous studies have found that
valerian improves deep sleep, speed of falling asleep, and overall quality of sleep.
Not exact matches
At the end of the study period, anxiety and sleep significantly
improved in those taking
valerian compared to those taking the placebo.
Multiple studies have shown
valerian root to be successful at
improving both the quality and duration of sleep in people suffering from insomnia.
Best: The root of the
valerian plant has been shown in some studies to speed the onset of sleep and
improve sleep quality.
While there's no definitive proof that it works,
valerian may help you fall asleep fast, as well as
improve the quality of your slumber.
Valerian, Kava, Chamomile, Lavender, Lemon Balm & PassionFlower: These herbs help to
improve GABA production and utilization in the brain.
However, a sizable number of people in the studies anecdotally reported that their sleep quality
improved with
valerian.
Valerian (Valeriana officinalis) is a herbal home remedy, brewed as a tea or taken as a supplement, that is commonly used to reduce anxiety,
improve sleep quality, and act as a sedative.
For my patients, I sometimes recommend supplements to help
improve sleep quality: either 300 - 600 mg of
valerian root extract before bed (2 - 3 g soaked in hot water if dried) or 0.5 - 3.0 mg of melatonin.
Herbs such as burdock, chamomile, dandelion, echinacea, ginger, mullein, nettle, sage, slippery elm bark,
valerian, and yellow dock added to food can help dogs
improve their overall health, enhance digestion, and deal more comfortably with stress.