Valerian: Beating the Toughest Insomnia
Valerian is both the most famous and the most effective herb for insomnia. Recent studies have shown that it works beautifully in with some of the toughest insomnias.
Poor sleep quality is so common after coronary artery bypass graft surgery that over 50% of people who have had the surgery suffer from it. But when they take valerian, they fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer and sleep better.
People on hemodialysis also suffer poor sleep quality. Can valerian work for them also?
A double-blind study gave 39 people undergoing hemodialysis either a placebo or valerian root one hour before bed for a month.
Valerian was significantly better than placebo for everything measured: sleep quality, depression and anxiety.
These studies add to the accumulating evidence that valerian is no lightweight: it knocks out insomnia in even the toughest cases!
Oman Med J. March 2021;36(2):e255
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For more on valerian, see our book Healthy Herbs: Your Everyday Guide to Medicinal Herbs and Their Use.
For much more on treating insomnia, see our book The Family Naturopathic Encyclopedia
For comprehensive herbal help with a better night’s sleep, make an appointment to see Linda Woolven now. Linda’s clinic is now open for virtual appointments.
The Natural Path is intended for educational purposes only and is in no way intended for self-diagnosis or self-treatment. For health problems, consult a qualified health practitioner for a comprehensive program.
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>But when they take valerian, they fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer and sleep better.
People on hemodialysis also suffer poor sleep quality. Can valerian work for them also?
A double-blind study gave 39 people undergoing hemodialysis either a placebo or valerian root one hour before bed for a month.
Valerian was significantly better than placebo for everything measured: sleep quality, depression and anxiety.
These studies add to the accumulating evidence that valerian is no lightweight: it knocks out insomnia in even the toughest cases!
Oman Med J. March 2021;36(2):e255
For the latest research to keep you and your family healthy, get The Natural Path delivered to your inbox each month for only $29.99 a year: Subscribe!
For more on valerian, see our book Healthy Herbs: Your Everyday Guide to Medicinal Herbs and Their Use.
For much more on treating insomnia, see our book The Family Naturopathic Encyclopedia
For comprehensive herbal help with a better night’s sleep, make an appointment to see Linda Woolven now. Linda’s clinic is now open for virtual appointments.
The Natural Path is intended for educational purposes only and is in no way intended for self-diagnosis or self-treatment. For health problems, consult a qualified health practitioner for a comprehensive program.
Ask your health food store for The Natural Path Newsletter