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Valerian Root Extract

Posted by JenniferMarie on October 17, 2003, at 20:37:40

My sister takes valerian root extract when she gets upset about something or stressed out. She claims that it works well for her. Does anyone have experience with this?

 

valerian » JenniferMarie

Posted by Franz on October 18, 2003, at 17:37:09

In reply to Valerian Root Extract, posted by JenniferMarie on October 17, 2003, at 20:37:40

> My sister takes valerian root extract when she gets upset about something or stressed out. She claims that it works well for her. Does anyone have experience with this?

sure! your sister.
no, seriously, valerian is good

 

Re: valerian

Posted by JenniferMarie on October 18, 2003, at 18:48:59

In reply to valerian » JenniferMarie, posted by Franz on October 18, 2003, at 17:37:09

It actually is my sister... I don't take it because I'm pregnant and I'm not sure if I can.

 

Re: valerian

Posted by Franz on October 19, 2003, at 17:05:24

In reply to Re: valerian, posted by JenniferMarie on October 18, 2003, at 18:48:59

> It actually is my sister... I don't take it because I'm pregnant and I'm not sure if I can.


I was joking.

My bottle does not have any warning for pregnancy and the only site I found one is

http://shopping.guardian.co.uk/beauty/story/0,1587,590046,00.html

"Second, like synthetic tranquillisers, it should not be taken with alcohol, when pregnant or breastfeeding, or when driving or operating machinery."

I think the comment is a bit exaggerated but you should consult.

Ca/Mg can be an alternative for mild tension.

 

Re: Valerian Root Extract

Posted by Bill LL on October 20, 2003, at 10:23:44

In reply to Valerian Root Extract, posted by JenniferMarie on October 17, 2003, at 20:37:40

I take it frquently. It is very calming but does not make me tired. I only use Valerian that says "standardized". I found others to be less effective.


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