Valerian natural herbal remedy
Valerian used in medicine is not to be mistaken for the type grown in a garden , which has very little medicinal properties .
It has pink fluffy flowers at the top whn flowering.
The oval green leaves are in pairs along the thin stalks . The true medicinal Valerian (Valeria) is a tall plant thet grows to 1.5meters tall.
The medicinal properties reside in the roots.
Preparations made from valerian roots are used in herbal medicine as a sedative,as a pert treatment for insomnia, for easing neuralgic pain, muscular cramps and spasms, and various nerve-related conditions. Those with liver problems could feel nauseated when taking valerian because it increases the flow of bile; if this happens do not carry on. We can vouch for its ability as a sleep-inducing tea when wakeful during the night. By the way, the tea has a fairly strong “earthy” taste, liked by some and disliked by others. A suggestion in this case is to mix lemongrass tea with the valerian to offset any aversion to the flavor; the two blend happily together and will not cancel out each other’s effectiveness. Respect the value of valerian tea and do not take it in large quantities.
A soothing herbal bath to promote “beauty sleep” is to put together in a muslin or cheesecloth bag (knotted together at the top if you like) some valerian, chamomile, and lavender, and infuse in a hot bath. Afterward, sip a cup of valerian tea (sweetened with honey if wished) and see how naturally sleepy you feel!
