Valerian Root reviews: what real users say
We read 233 first-hand mentions of Valerian Root from health and supplement communities. 119 of them say clearly how it went — and 57% of those say it helped.
Where people say it works: sleep (82% of 109), anxiety (86% of 36).
Most common complaints: vivid dreams, drowsiness, brain fog, tolerance, unpalatable taste. All side effects →
Positive experiences
“I really like lemon balm especially if combined with valerian root! Helps me sleep and relax at night.”
“Valerian root are my own little 'fuck you's to the racing thoughts/inability to sleep.”
“1g of valerian root and 3mg of melatonin. I am talking about SERIOUSLY good sleep here.”
“I recommend valerian root for anxiety, it attaches to the same receptor that benzos do but is not near as strong and has severely helped my anxiety.”
“Valerian root (got it from walmart. Took about 5 pills before I needed to sleep. It helped a bit)”
“I find now though that ZMA (zinc & magnesium) and valerian root work better.”
Negative and mixed experiences
“Valerian tea only works about once or twice a month, any more frequent and I get zero effect...I only dream when I take Valerian Root...I definitely enjoy the dreams.”
“I've tried valerian root capsules. Those did not help me staying a sleep.”
“Valerian root directly acts on GABA, as does alcohol. It's certainly better for you than drinking, but if you can get rid of the valerian root as well I believe it'll help.”
“I have taken ashawangda and valerian root for like 2 months and have not noticed any effects.”
“Have you tried Valerian root? Works well for me, after half hour I am so sleepy.”
“Valeriana root worked too but also felt dumb on it like i was on weed.”
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