Are you looking for a tea that can help you relax and unwind? If so, you may want to consider valerian root tea. This herbal tea has a variety of benefits, including the ability to ease stress and anxiety. Read on to learn more about the benefits of valerian root tea and how to make it at home. You may be surprised at just how relaxing this tea can be.
Reduces Anxiety & Promotes Sleep
Valerian is a herb that people have used for centuries to treat sleep disorders such as insomnia. It’s also known as “Nature's Valium," and some studies show it can help relieve anxiety symptoms in those who suffer from GAD (Generalized Anxiety Disorder). Also be prepared for possible vivid dreams when drinking this tea. Read more about anxiety soothing teas.
Headaches and Migraines
There are many ways to get relief from headaches, but if you suffer from pounding sensations in your head and neck on a daily basis it can be difficult. Luckily there's valerian root tea which has been proven as an effective natural treatment for capillary dilation-the tight spots around our heads that cause pain. Not only does this herb help ease tension during moments of stress or fatigue; its anti-inflammatory properties also work wonders when paired up together - giving us all some much needed peace throughout the day while still experiencing calmness thanks to simply drinking one cup per day (or even less).
Well Living Farms Tip: If your a woman Valerian Root Tea can also help with menstrual cramps and some symptoms of menopause like hot flashes.
Valerian root tea has been used as a sleep aid for centuries, and there's a good reason why. The active ingredients in the tea help to promote relaxation and ease anxiety, which can be helpful for those struggling with insomnia or menopause symptoms like hot flashes. If you’re looking for an all-natural way to get a better night’s sleep, valerian root tea may be worth a try. Discover Sleep Well, our organic valerian root tea from Well Living Farms.
Have you ever tried valerian root tea? What was your experience?
Important Consideration: Don't combine valerian root with alcohol, other sleep aids, or antidepressants. Also avoid combining it with sedative drugs, such as barbiturates (e.g., phenobarbital, secobarbital) and benzodiazepines (e.g., Xanax, Valium, Ativan). Do not drink if you’re pregnant or breastfeeding. Always consult your physician or pharmacist for possible interactions between medication you may be taking and herbs.
Sources:
- National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health. Valerian.
- Therapeutic Research Center Natural Medicine. Valerian.
- Valerian. Therapeutic Research Center. Natural Medicines Database.
Additional Reading
- Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Valerian: For patients and caregivers,
- National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health. Valerian.
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