Actions: Sedative, relaxing, insomnia, antispasmodic (relieves pain and muscle spasms), analgesic and hypertension.

Indications: Traditionally used in herbal medicine / herbalism as a sleep aid and to help relieve nervousness (calming / sedative).

• Tranquilizer, sedative, relaxing.
• Antispasmodic, analgesic, pain reliever.
• Antispasmodic / relieves cramps and relaxes muscle pain and spasms. / Menstrual pain.
• Hypotensive / Lowers blood pressure.
• Migraines due to neck tension and nervousness.

Ingredient: Valerian (Valeriana officinalis) organic dried roots.

Dosage (adults):

• Nervousness / Antispasmodic: (Adults) in decoction; simmer a level teaspoon per cup of boiling water in a pot for a few minutes, remove from heat, steep for 10 minutes and strain. Drink 2 to 3 cups a day.
• Sleep aid: (Adults) in decoction; simmer a teaspoon per cup of boiling water in a pot for a few minutes, remove from heat, steep for 10 minutes and strain. Drink 30 to 60 minutes before bedtime. Consult a health care practitioner if insomnia persists beyond 3 weeks (chronic insomnia).
• Optional: Add a little stevia, honey or maple syrup (to taste).

Precautions: Consult a health care practitioner if symptoms persist or worsen. The consumption of valerian in combination with alcoholic beverages or any other drug or natural health product having sedative effects is not recommended.

Known adverse reactions: Some people may experience drowsiness. Use caution if you operate heavy machinery or other motorized vehicles or if you must undertake activities that require alertness within 2 hours of taking valerian.

Can be combined:

• With Lemon Balm if insomnia accompanied by anguish.
• With Skullcap during spasmodic pain (back, menstrual cramps).