VALERIANA OFFICINALIS
actions
Antispasmodic, Sedative, Carminative, Relaxant, Hypnotic, Nervine, Emmenagogue
VALERIANA OFFICINALIS
antispasmodic
Valerian has been used as a medicinal herb since the time of ancient Greece and Rome. Historically, valerian was used to treat stomach disorders, digestive compliants, insomnia, and muscle cramps.
Modern herbalists use valerian as an antispasmodic, especially during abdominal cramping, or menstural pain. Its antispasmodic activity on the smooth muscle has been demonstrated both in vivo and in vitro.
valeriana officinalis
improves sleep
A tried and true herbal sedative. Valerian's actions were described in detail by Hippocrates. By the second century, Galen prescribed valerian for insomnia.
Today, research has shown that valerian may improve the time it takes to fall asleep, and improve the quality of sleep.
valeriana officinalis
stress & anxiety
Valerian has been used for stress and anxiety since Ancient Rome. In the 17th century, valerian was dispensed by apothecaries for stress and anxiety. Researchers believe valerian enhances the ammount of GABA in the brain, but more research is need
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