Aug 14, 2018
Valerian (Valeriana officinalis) is one of those herbs that a lot of people are aware of, especially in regards to its usage as a remedy for sleep. But why does Valerian help us sleep? What are the underlying properties that lend to this popularized usage? And what else can Valerian be used for?
In this episode, Sajah explains the
holistic properties of Valerian as a nervine hypnotic and potent
antispasmodic remedy, with applications reaching beyond just
insomnia. You’ll learn about some of the quirks of Valerian,
especially in regards to its sometimes paradoxical reactions in
some where it stimulates instead of sedates! This points towards
some important considerations about when you
don’t want to use this plant, based on its unique
energetic constitution as compared to many other nervine
hypnotics.
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