Valerian Root

“Valerian root has been used for many centuries to calm all kinds of nervous disorders. It slows the action of the heart, while increasing its general force. In centuries past, it was supposedly taken as often as coffee by ladies of Germany, resulting in lack of nervousness irritability. Valerian root is a primary sedative and is used when sleep disorders are the result of anxiety, nervousness, exhaustion, headache or hysteria. Valerian root has been used for these purposes since pre-Christian times and is cited in virtually every pharmacopeia in the world. Valerian has an influence on the cerebrospinal system and is employed as a sedative of the primary nerve centers for afflictions such as St. Vitus Dance, nervous unrest, neuralgia pain, epileptic fits , hysteria, restlessness and wakefulness. Valerian root is playing an important role in the somewhat arduous process of rehabilitation for many an addict. Often it serves as a substitute for Valium to help the addict sleep easily, relax and mellow out. The best results have been obtained in cases of hysteria and hypochondria, where the primary causes of difficulty are emotional or mental. 

•Nature’s tranquilizer, Valerian calms the nerves without the side effects of unorthodox drugs. 

•Besides acting upon the circulatory system it stimulates secretion and peristalsis of the stomach and intestines.

•The herb is a proven sedative, but it also improves coordination and antagonizes the hypnotic effects of alcohol. 

•Valerian is suggested for cases of heart palpitation, because it slows down the heart rate while increasing the strength of the beats.

•It is also used for circulatory problems and to stimulate the stomach and intestinal mobility.

•Valerian is often used for hypochondria.

•It can be said that this herb is anti-spasmodic and equalizing therefore, can be said to act as a sedative in states of agitation and as a stimulant in fatigue.

•Today, the best know use of Valerian is as a natural tranquilizer.

•Valerian has long been used as a stomachic, anti-spasmodic, carminative, and antidote to the plague. It has also been used since ancient times in the treatment of epilepsy. 

•Valerian may work by affecting the central nervous system, thus is more a psychological drug than a physiological one.

•Valerian root works to calm the nerves and also relieve pain and spasms. 

•Valerian root has a sedative effect, acting to decrease anxiety and aggression and aiding in insomnia. It is one of the best herbal sources of calcium and magnesium.

•Valerian root is used to relieve stomach cramps and stress. “ The Little Herb Encyclopedia” by Jack Ritchason N.D.  Traditional dosage 1-2 dropperfuls as needed 

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