{"id":18561,"date":"2020-03-26T22:09:40","date_gmt":"2020-03-26T22:09:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/?p=18561"},"modified":"2022-05-27T22:21:00","modified_gmt":"2022-05-27T22:21:00","slug":"valerian-root-for-sleep","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/valerian-root-for-sleep\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Valerian Root Is Legendary for Sleep and Stress"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Looking to get more quality zzZz&#8217;s and stress less? Enter: <\/span><\/i><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">valerian root for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/mighty-night\/\">sleep<\/a><\/span><\/i><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It befits a plant as legendary as this one to have a name like valerian. It honestly sounds like a Game of Thrones character we thought was going to be a villain, but who just turned out to be fairly benign and into scowling while sharpening things.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Though misunderstood for its strong smell (wow, maybe it really is a character on GoT&#8230;) and storied for its ability to charm and induce deep sleep, valerian is quite the opposite of villainous. Read on to learn more about how to use <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">valerian root for sleep<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2014and everything else to know about one of the most powerful herbal allies in all the land..<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-valerian-root\"><b>What Is Valerian Root?<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Valerian, scientifically known as <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Valeriana officinalis<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, gets its name from the Latin <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">valere<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, meaning strong. According to age-old tales, herbalists in the 10th century named this plant for its overwhelming odor. It&#8217;s also sometimes called garden valerian, phu, or all-heal.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Valerian root is native to Europe and Asia and naturalized in North America. This perennial plant has been documented for use since Ancient Greek and Roman times, though it was likely used long before then. According to the legend of the Pied Piper, he used this plant to charm children and rats alike.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-valerian-root-benefits-and-uses\"><b>Valerian Root Benefits<\/b><b> and Uses<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img data-dominant-color=\"a4a3a5\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #a4a3a5;\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/valerian-root-for-sleep-bed.jpg\" alt=\"valerian root for sleep bed\" class=\"wp-image-29311 not-transparent\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, what does valerian root do? Here are the valerian root benefits and uses you should know.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-valerian-root-for-sleep\"><b>Valerian Root for Sleep<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Good news for insomniacs everywhere: Of all the benefits valerian root is known for, its greatest is its incomparable ability to help you achieve a<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4394901\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">good night\u2019s sleep<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Valerian contains<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK548255\/#Valerian.CHEMICAL_FORMULA_AND_STRUCTURE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">terpene alcohols<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> called valepotriates, plus monoterpenes and sesquiterpenes, in the form of volatile oils. These actives impact the gamma aminobutyric acid receptor in humans, producing a sedative effect.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Valerian has been<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.racgp.org.au\/download\/documents\/AFP\/2010\/June\/201006salter.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">shown to improve<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> both sleep quality <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> sleep latency (aka the amount of time it takes you to fall asleep). Taking valerian root for sleep can help you feel refreshed and revived upon waking, which is always a welcome side effect. You can take valerian root for both acute and chronic <a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/bedtime-latte-recipes\/\">insomnia<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-valerian-root-for-stress\"><b>Valerian Root for Stress<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thankfully, there&#8217;s equally good news for those of us who are prone to stress. Unsurprisingly, the qualities mentioned above make valerian root a winning herbal choice for stress management. It stands to reason that a root described as sedating and hypnotic would be a force against tense times.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Valerian root<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ods.od.nih.gov\/factsheets\/Valerian-HealthProfessional\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">works on the nervous system<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> rather than the musculoskeletal system, but you might be fooled given its full-body relaxant effect. It\u2019s possible that the regulatory effect of valepotriates on the autonomic nervous system may contribute to its ability to combat stress.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, of all the 150-plus constituents in valerian, none are proven to be singularly responsible for its superpowers. The reasoning is most likely due to the fact that specific compounds that inform the complex chemistry of the plant work together to create valerian\u2019s healing profile. Think of it as teamwork at its finest.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-valerian-root-vs-melatonin\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Valerian Root vs. Melatonin<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is the difference between valerian and melatonin (another common natural sleep aid)?. The biggest one is that our bodies naturally produce melatonin. Melatonin is a hormone produced by the pineal gland, which you can also take as a sleep supplement (such as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/product\/18\/beauty-zzzz\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HUM Nutrition\u2019s Beauty ZZZZ<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Simply put, melatonin can help you <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fall<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> asleep while valerian root will help you <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">stay<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> asleep. It&#8217;s safe and effective to combine the two<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/mighty-night\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">natural sleep aids<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. You can also choose to alternate between the two from one night to the next.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-is-valerian-root-safe\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Is Valerian Root Safe?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-valerian-root-precautions\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Valerian Root Precautions<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consult your doctor before using <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">valerian root <a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/what-vitamins-and-supplements-should-i-take\/\">supplements<\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">valerian root tea<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> alongside other sleep medications, whether prescription or OTC. You also shouldn&#8217;t take it with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/long-term-effects-of-alcohol\/\">alcohol<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But how long does valerian root stay in your system? It\u2019s possible that valerian stays in the system for up to two weeks. It&#8217;s not considered to be addictive, though further studies are needed to make a conclusive claim. As with all herbs, use it safely and respectfully to benefit from its power and potential.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">valerian root and pregnancy<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you shouldn&#8217;t take it if you&#8217;re pregnant or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/best-foods-for-breastfeeding\/\">breastfeeding<\/a>. You also shouldn\u2019t take valerian root within two weeks of surgery due to its effects on the central nervous system.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-valerian-root-side-effects\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Valerian Root Side Effects<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Valerian is generally safe. However, it can potentially cause a number of mild side effects including dizziness, headache, and digestive issues. It&#8217;s also been reported to induce<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/dream-psychology\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">vivid dreams<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-take-valerian-root-for-sleep\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to Take Valerian Root For Sleep<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img data-dominant-color=\"a7a9b1\" data-has-transparency=\"false\" style=\"--dominant-color: #a7a9b1;\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/valerian-root-for-sleep-supplement.jpg\" alt=\"valerian root for sleep supplement\" class=\"wp-image-29314 not-transparent\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can take valerian root in a variety of ways. First, you can opt for a valerian root supplement (like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/product\/50\/mighty-night\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HUM Nutrition\u2019s Mighty Night<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) in capsule form and take it 30 minutes to two hours before bedtime.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s also lovely brewed in a tea (and<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/bedtime-latte-recipes\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">drinking a hot bedtime treat<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is dreamy in and of itself). Wondering about valerian root dosage here? Steep two to three grams of the dried root in a cup of hot water for 10 to 15 minutes, depending on the desired strength. Additionally, valerian and kava (another herbal remedy) create a stellar, soothing combination.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Valerian root works best when you take it cumulatively for a couple of weeks.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-takeaway\"><b>The Takeaway<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you have ongoing battles with sleep or stress, or you just need some extra snooze support every once in a while, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/types-of-rest\/\">rest<\/a> easy knowing valerian has you covered. This powerful root will take your beauty sleep to the next level, leaving you feeling refreshed and ready to take on the day. 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