Valerian (Valeriana Officinalis) 35g

Valerian (Valeriana officinalis) was used in an ancient Germanic ritual, sacred to the goddess Hertha. The herb was hung outside homes as protection against witches and evil. It has also been used as an aphrodisiac, and its sedative effects are well known.\nValerian is a popular natural sleeping aid, and its effect is enhanced when mixed with hops, inducing a floating sensation at high doses.\n

VALERIAN DOSAGE

\nPour a couple of tablespoons into half a liter of water and boil for 5 minutes in a covered pot.\n\nA package contains 35 grams of Valerian.\n

VALERIAN ACTIVE INGREDIENTS

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• The sesquiterpene ketone valeranone is responsible for its sedative effects.
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• The alkaloid actinidine also affects the GABA neurotransmitter in the central nervous system and may be responsible for some psychoactivity.
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