Valerian

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Description

Valerian is a coarse, erect, perennial Herb.

 

Botanical Names

 Valeriana officinalis

 Valeriana edulis (Mexican Valerian)

 Valeriana wallichii (Indian Valerian)

 Valerian is from the Valerian (Valerianaceae) family.

 

Parts Used

 Roots and Rhizome

 

Health Benefits of Valerian

Cardiovascular System

 Valerian may lower Blood Pressure in High Blood Pressure patients (by improving Blood Circulation).  [1]

 

Immune System

 Valerian may be useful for the treatment of Glioblastoma Multiforme.  [2]

 

Musculoskeletal System

 Valerian may alleviate Cramps - Muscle. 

 

Nervous System

 Constituents of Valerian may bind to and activate Adenosine Receptors.  [3]

 Valerian may reduce Aggressiveness. 

 Valerian may alleviate Anxiety.  [4]

 Valerian may alleviate the symptoms of Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD):  [5]

 Some studies have shown that Valerian may eliminate the Anxiety, Fear, restlessness and Aggressiveness associated with ADHD and may improve motor Coordination in ADHD patients.

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