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Insomniac? Stressed? Get “Naturally” Sleepy And Calm!
Filed Under Healthy Living, Natural Supplements
So you’re wide awake at an ungodly hour once again…and you’re not even partying! Insomnia has reared its ugly head and you’re suffering big time. You just want to sleep and put your poor, tired body to rest for the night.
If you’re iffy about taking sleeping pills (and I don’t blame you), why not try taking Valerian? It’s a natural sleep aid that’s been approved in plenty of European countries like Germany and Britain. Native to Europe and North America, it grows in all seasons, with the Latin name Valeriana officinalis. Easily recognizable for its pretty pinkish-white flowers, Valerian is harvested when it’s around two years old for the important compounds found in its roots. These compounds: valepotriates, valeric acid, and other volatile oils, are proven to have sedative powers.
And the natural ingredients of a Valerian plant don’t only induce sleep. They actually help relax the mind, as well. Used as a calming agent for centuries, Valerian is also ideal for even stressful situations in the day time, as well as anxiety disorders including diverticulosis and irritable bowel syndrome.
Some notes before taking Valerian for insomnia or stress, however: it may cause drowsiness if taken during the day. Also, breastfeeding or pregnant women shoud avoid taking Valerian. Otherwise, it’s pretty safe to pop a Valerian capsule, pill, or drink an infusion of it as tea, and let the natural ingredients work their way into a calmer state of mind for you.
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