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Does Valerian Root help with sleep?

Yes, for most people. 82% of 109 people who reported on Valerian Root for sleep say it improved. 17% noticed no change and 2% say it got worse. That is about the typical result for sleep (82% across 71 options).

Sleep: what users report
82%better109 reports · high confidence
89 better18 no change2 worse

Ranked #22 of 71 for sleep.

What people say about Valerian Root and sleep

“I really like lemon balm especially if combined with valerian root! Helps me sleep and relax at night.”
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“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.”
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“I've tried valerian root capsules. Those did not help me staying a sleep.”
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“Valerian root are my own little 'fuck you's to the racing thoughts/inability to sleep.”
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What the research says

BResearch: Moderate2 meta-analyses · 8 trials on PubMed

Side effects people mention

vivid dreams 12drowsiness 11brain fog 2tolerance 2unpalatable taste 1

What else is Valerian Root used for?

Information only — not medical advice. How we count

Does Valerian Root help with sleep? 82% of 109 users say yes — PlainPill