It is believed that in the body from humulone and lupulone is released methylbutenol, which has a calming effect. Methylbutenol is an unstable and volatile compound that is released not only in the body but also already during storage.
When the drug has been stored for only 6 months, the content of hop bitters has already decreased to 30%. Due to the volatile nature of the efficacy-determining ingredients, hop pillows or sachets are also commonly used for sleep disorders.
Hops: are there any side effects?
Currently, there are no known side effects, interactions or contraindications for hops cones. However, pregnant women, nursing mothers and children should use hops with caution.
