Effects:
Valerian calms the central nervous system. It is used against anxiety and overexertion due to the absence of serious hypnotic side effects.
Valerian root is often used to aid sleep. It helps to fall asleep faster, without feeling dazed when waking.
Usage:
Valerian can be used as tea. Mix a few table spoons in half a liter water and let this boil softly for 5 minutes in a closed pan.This is important because the healing vapours should not escape. Let it cool down and drink it with a little honey.
An other way to use it is to prepare 50 grams as described above. Let the tea evaporate slowly until a sticky residue remains. This can be used in small doses.
When mixed with hops (Humulus lupulus), valerian yields a potent tea for inducing sleep.
Warnings:
For some people the herb has a stimulating effect instead of a relaxing one. In this case it should not be used.
After intensive and long use it can cause headaches and restlessness.
This product cannot be shipped to: Finland
