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The spicy, bitter roots and rhizomes of valerian directly affect the liver, heart, and the nervous system. The sedative, hypnotic, nervine, antispasmodic, carminative, stimulant, and anodyne properties of the herb have made it one of the most widely prescribed natural remedies for insomnia, stress, and nervousness; it is also recommended for conditions such as menstrual cramps and general pain relief. In terms of biochemical components, the root contains essential oil, valepotriates, alkaloids (including actinidine, valerine, and others), choline, flavonoids, sterols, tannins, and other ingredients.
Useful for general nervousness and insomnia, valerian also relieves gas, spasms, pains and general symptoms of stress.
For nervousness and insomnia, combine equal parts valerian root, skullcap, herb, passionflower, cramp bark, black cohosh, ginger and licorice. Make into a tea or powder and take one cup three times daily, ideally with a dose of calcium and magnesium.
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Directions
Hot tea brewing method: Bring freshly drawn cold water to a rolling boil. Place 1 tea bag for each cup into the teapot. Pour the boiling water into the pot, cover and let steep for 2-4 minutes. Pour into your cup; add milk and sugar to taste.
Iced tea brewing method: (to make 1 liter/quart): Place 5 tea bags into a teapot or heat resistant pitcher. Pour 1 1/4 cups of freshly boiled water over the tea itself. Steep for 5 minutes. Quarter fill a serving pitcher with cold water. Pour the tea into the serving pitcher straining the tea bags. Add ice and top-up with cold water. Garnish and sweeten to taste.
Cautions
Valerian should not be used for more than 2 to 3 weeks at a time, as it may then be harmful or become addictive. Large doses or extended use may produce symptoms of poisoning. In extremely high doses, it may cause paralysis and a weakening of the heart. Take the tea twice daily, for no more than 2-3 weeks at a time without a break, as continual use or high doses may lead to headaches and palpitations. Do not exceed the recommended dose. Use under medical supervision.
Valerian enhances the action of sleep-inducing drugs, so avoid if taking this type of medication. Do not confuse with the garden plant, red "American" valerian (Centranthus ruber) which has no medicinal properties.
Additional Information
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These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Products are intended to support general well being and are not intended to treat, diagnose, mitigate, prevent, or cure any condition or disease. If conditions persist, please seek advice from your medical doctor. The essence of the current American rule on Traditional Uses is, as stated by FTC, "Claims based on historical or traditional use should be substantiated by confirming scientific evidence, or should be presented in such a way that consumers understand that the sole basis for the claim is a history of use of the product for a particular purpose."
