Description

Valerian Extract 0.8% Valerenic Acid

Valerian Extract (Valeriana officinalis) is a concentrated herbal extract made from Valerian root. This traditional herb has a long history of use in Europe and Asia and is particularly well known for its association with relaxation and healthy sleep.

Our extract contains 0.8% valerenic acid, one of the naturally occurring compounds found in Valerian root. This standardisation provides a consistent concentration and a convenient, concentrated form of the herb.

Traditional Uses of Valerian

Valerian is a perennial flowering plant native to Europe and parts of Asia. People have valued the root as a traditional herb for many centuries, with historical records dating back to ancient Greek and Roman times.

Traditionally, herbalists have used Valerian in preparations associated with relaxation and restful sleep. In addition, the herb has a long-standing place in traditional herbal practices for promoting a sense of calm and wellbeing.

Valerian Root Extract

Valerian root contains a variety of naturally occurring compounds, including valerenic acids and other constituents. These compounds continue to attract scientific interest, particularly in research relating to relaxation and sleep.

The 0.8% valerenic acid content gives this extract a consistent concentration of one of Valerian’s key naturally occurring compounds. As a result, it offers a convenient alternative to using the whole root.

For those who appreciate traditional herbs and concentrated botanical extracts, this product provides an easy way to incorporate Valerian into a daily herbal routine.

Botanical Name: Valeriana officinalis
Common Name: Valerian
Plant Part: Root
Active Compound: Valerenic Acid
Standardization: 0.8% Valerenic Acid
Form: Extract Powder

This product is a natural herbal ingredient and is not intended to diagnose, treat or cure any disease.