NOW Valerian Root 500mg Details
- Herbal Supplement
- GMP Quality Assured
- A Dietary Supplement
- 500 mg
- Traditional Herb
Now Foods Valerian Root has been an herbal favorite in many cultures for centuries. Now Foods Valerian root contains many different constituents, including volatile oils that appear to contribute to the sedating properties of the herb. Central nervous system sedation is regulated by receptors in the brain known as GABA-A receptors. According to test tube studies, valerian may weakly bind to these receptors to exert a sedating action. This might explain why valerian may help some people deal with stress more effectively.
Double-blind trials have found that valerian is an effective treatment for people with mild to moderately severe insomnia. Generally, valerian makes sleep more restful as well as making the transition to sleep easier, but does not tend to increase total time slept, according to these studies. Two trials have also found that a combination with lemon balm is effective in improving quality of sleep and in treating insomia.
As an herbal dietary supplement, take two to four of NOW Valerian Root 500mg capsules prior to bedtime.
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Serving Size: 2 Capsules Servings per Container: 50 |
Amount Per Serving
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| Total Carbohydrate | 1 g | < 1 % * |
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| Valerian (Valeriana officinalis)(Root) | 1.0 g (1,000 mg) | † |
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* Percent daily values are based on a 2000 calorie diet
† Daily Value not established Note: Serving Sizes are rounded to the nearest whole serving |
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Additional Ingredients: Gelatin (capsule).
Allergy Information: Contains no sugar, salt, starch, yeast, wheat, gluten, corn, soy, milk, egg, shellfish or preservatives.
Warning: Because of its relaxing effects, avoid driving or operation of heavy machinery following any significant consumption of this herb. If you are pregnant/lactating or taking any medications, please consult your healthcare practitioner prior to use. Store in a cool, dry place. Please recycle. Do not eat freshness packet. Keep in bottle.