adaptogenEVIDENCEBUSOTC
Valerian Root
Herbal sedative used for centuries for insomnia and anxiety. Acts via GABA pathway.
Dose range300–600mg
Half-life2h
Onset—min
Safety4/5medium evidence base
Mechanism of action
Valerenic acid is a positive allosteric modulator of GABA-A receptors. Inhibits GABA breakdown.
Benefits
Sleep latency
EVIDENCEBBent 2006 meta-analysis.
Mild anxiety
EVIDENCEBMultiple RCTs.
Side effects
- Morning drowsinesscommonmild
- Vivid dreamsuncommonmild
Where to buy
Affiliate links| Vendor | Product | Size | Price | Per unit | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Double Wood Supplements 4.4 | Valerian Root, 120ct (500mg) | 120 × 500mg | $13.99 | $0.12 | Buy |