Valerian for STRESS
Whilst the herb valerian is most commonly known as a treatment for insomnia, there are indications that it can also help to relieve the worst symptoms for patients who suffer from stress or anxiety as well.
As a general rule, valerian should be taken an hour or so before retiring for the night and you will need to take your dose for two or three weeks before you start to feel any appreciable beneficial effects. However, because valerian is considered to be a fairly strong herbal remedy, you should not take it for more than three months at a time. Both capsules containing valerian extract and teas are available, but
most people who use valerian prefer to take it in capsule form as the smell of the tea can apparently be somewhat off-putting.
Possible side-effects that you should be on the lookout for are mild indigestion, slight light-headedness or palpitations and possible headaches. However, as it is best to take valerian before going to bed,
the majority of people suffer no adverse side-effects whatsoever. They do however enjoy significant benefits in terms of anxiety reduction and a better night’s sleep, so valerian is a herbal option worth considering if you suffer from anxiety or stress.
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