Organic
Valerian
The following article is reproduced with kind permission of
P.Topham, U.S. Nutritional and Herbal Researcher:
The plant is native to Europe and western Asia and it can
now be found in the north-eastern states of America. The root
is the most active part of this pretty pink flowering plant.
In
medieval times valerian was considered a cure-all. It is a
very effective tranquilliser and its active ingredients have
been shown to produce a calming effect.
Taken
before bedtime it can promote sleepiness. It can also be taken
during the day to counter restlessness and nervousness.
Some of
its other uses include treating high blood pressure caused
by stress, palpitations and it can be helpful for withdrawal
from tranquillisers.
Do not take for long periods without examining your life to
see what is making you so tense.
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