Effect
Calming of the body and nervous system is based on the action of valerian roots. It contains:
- Essential oils
- Iridoidsand
- Valeric acid and its derivatives. Nervousness and sleep disturbances have been proven to be alleviated.
Nocturnal waking phases decrease when taking an alcoholic valerian extract at a daily dose of 400 to 900 mg. The duration of intake must last at least 10 to 14 days. Please always consult your doctor before taking a valerian root extract.
The active ingredients of valerian probably influence the metabolic activity of nerve cells. A sleep-promoting effect starts slowly after taking valerian. First successes can be seen after 5 to 14 days at the earliest. After a longer intake, which lasts for 4 weeks and is highly dosed, the dose of valerian must be slowly reduced again.
Dosage form
Valerian root is most often used as a finished preparation (in the form of The daily dose should correspond to 2 to 3 g of dried valerian root. Tea preparations can also be used for internal applications. For example, a teaspoon of valerian roots is poured over 150 ml of boiling water.
The tea is strained and drunk about one hour before going to bed. The valerian tea guarantees a better sleep. In addition, a valerian bath provides relaxation and calming (especially for muscle tension).
For the bath additive, take 75 to 100 g of valerian roots and pour 2 l of boiling water over them. After 10 to 15 minutes strain and add to the bath water. – Tablets
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- Dragees.
