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Can Valerian Root Help You Sleep Better?

Can Valerian Root Help You Sleep Better?

Can Valerian Root Help You Sleep Better?

Are you taking too much time to fall asleep? Health experts believe that lackof sleep cancause health problems like fatigue, hypertension, depression, difficulty concentrating etc. On average, a healthy person takes about 10-20 minutes to fall asleep and this duration is called sleep latency. Longer sleep latency can cause insomnia and which is why getting optimal sleep is a top priority. Don’t panic, It’s very common. Also sleep latency is reversible. Few changes in your daily routine can reduce sleep latency.

The natural solution?

People always prefer natural ways to sort out any disorders. For those, we come up with a herb called Valerian roots. It is one of the natural sleep stimulators that helps in reducing anxiety, increasing the sleep quality and helps in maintaining a healthy sleep cycle. Over the 40 years of study, researchers determined that out of many natural elements that support sleep disorders, Valerian root has a sedative property and that can result in bringing up the sleep better in many aspects. To utilize that natural benefit, our doctors have come up with a formulation containing Valerian root extract which can be a best remedy for sleep disorders. Here is a detailed view of Valerian’s role in Insomnia.

How do compounds in valerian root help in sleep?

Insomnia: Valerian root is proved scientifically that compounds in it improves the quality of sleep. Anxiolytic element that is present in the valerian root helps people fall asleep faster and also aids in the treatment of insomnia.

Anxiety: Valerenic Acid is the primary ingredient that works similarly to some anti-anxiety drugs by increasing gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) levels in the brain. GABA is a neurotransmitter that calms the nervous system that addresses situational anxiety. By increasing the level of GABA, results in reducing anxiety and better sleep.

Depression: Valerian influences the mood that helps in lowering the depression. This will diminish both psychological and physical symptoms of depression.

Premenstrual Syndrome: The calming and relaxing properties of valerian roots supports the mood swings, anxiety, and irritability that arise during PMS (Premenstrual Syndrome) also.

Usage:
  • Available in various forms like capsules, tinctures and teas.
  • 300 to 600 milligrams of valerian root 30 minutes before bedtime.
  • Tea with 3 grams of dried valerian root 30 minutes before bedtime.
  • Need to take it regularly rather than occasionally.
Safety Consideration:
  • Pregnancy and Lactating women need physician’s advice.
  • Not advisable for children below 3 years.

To promote healthy sleep, consider good sleep hygiene habits,including: maintaining a consistent sleep schedule, creating a comfortable sleep environment, limiting screen exposure before bedtime, and avoiding stimulants like caffeine near bedtime. Dependingon today’s lifestyle,it is not possible to do all the above. For that, our Healthetc sleep gummies are formulated with Valerian roots to ensure healthy sleep. To make this more effective, along with Valerian roots, Melatonin has also been added in our gummies to support jet lag disorder too. Chew the Valerian root gummies 30 minutes before sleep and wash out the anxiety and stretch the time of deep sleep.