One of the earliest medicinal uses of valerian root was to treat insomnia, and this use continues today. This is because certain chemicals in the plant are believed to have a sedative effect. The mechanism by which valerian works as a sleep aid is up for debate. Some scientists believe chemicals called valepotriates are responsible, while others believe the byproducts of the breakdown of valepotriates play a role.

Products name: Valerian Root Extract

Plant Resource: Root of Valeriana Officinalis

Active Ingredient: Valeric acid

Function

One of the first and most important benefits of valerian root consists in fighting insomnia. Valerian root is widely known for its calmative effects and is largely used to treat sleeping disorders. It has anxiolytic and tranquilizing properties, and sleep-inducing and calming effects on the nervous system. Owing to its sedative properties, valerian root is also useful in alleviating nervous disorders, such as panic attacks, depression, hysteria, excitability and others. Valerian root seems to affect also the autonomic nervous system and relax tensed muscles.

Characteristics: Brown yellow powder

Specifications

1> Valeric acid 0.2-0.8%   HPLC

2> Extract Ratio 4:1, 10:1 or Customized