Spring Valley Valerian Root - 2024061The Supplement Guide

Not Worth the After Effects
Nov 5, 2008 7:17 pm

NorthWet

Joined: Oct 24, 2008
Points: 1050

Tried this when I was having trouble getting to sleep. It worked. I did get to sleep but I was unable to function the next day. It left me extremely dragged out, foggy-brained, and totally worthless for the majority of the day. I'd rather have a hangover, at least it would clear up faster!

Date Purchased: 02/07
Price Paid: $6
Recommend: No

Pros:

Does help you get to sleep.

Cons:

Strong after effects, wipes out the next day.

This message was modified Nov 5, 2008 by NorthWet

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Oct 31, 2008 7:05 pm

SPUNKY

Location: buffalo, ny
Joined: Oct 31, 2008
Points: 165

i use this when i go on long plane trips. i am definitely knocked out but have a big hangover and it takes me a long while to "get with it" after it wears off. it is worth it to me because i am terrified of flying.

Date Purchased: 4/08
Price Paid: $4
Recommend: Yes

Pros:

it does indeed relax me to the point of being comatose

Cons:

the aftereffects leave something to be desired, but this is legal and is not a drug per se

Good for Insomnia
Oct 27, 2008 9:57 am

JustLisa

Joined: Oct 27, 2008
Points: 150

Valerian has worked really well for my insomnia. It's relaxing and helpful without being overly sedating. I don't feel groggy the next day, just better rested. The smell takes a bit getting used to, but other than that it's a great product.

Date Purchased: 8/08
Price Paid: $6
Recommend: Yes

Pros:

effective for insomnia

Cons:

odor of valerian can be a bit strong

Great sleep aid if out of Melatonin.
Oct 26, 2008 4:54 pm

heathcole

Joined: Oct 24, 2008
Points: 735

I have insomnia and have battled it for years due to my depression and anxiety issues. My doctor originally told me to take over the counter medications like Unisom, but I wanted to go a more natural route after a year of taking medication. I got a book from the library on natural approaches to dealing with anxiety, and it suggested Valerian Root and Melatonin. I tried the Valerian Root first. It works well, but you must take a lot more of it than the Melatonin. The Valerian also smells horrible and is hard to swallow because of this. If you are out of Melatonin, its good. Otherwise, I would not recommend it really.

Date Purchased: 05/08
Price Paid: $7
Recommend: No

Pros:

helps you get to sleep, all natural

Cons:

smells horrible and takes a high dosage

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