NOW Foods Supplements, Valerian Root Extract Liquid (Valeriana officinalis), Herbal Supplement, 2-Ounce

Really nice in tea and even in soda! Has the unavoidable smell of valerian root, but that is to be expected. I take about two droppers at a time. It produces a relaxing effect both mentally and physically. Valerian has a mild benzodiazepine-like effect. Works quicker than pills.

Yes, the scent is reminiscent of funky feet, but with sweet undertones, and I actually find it pleasant; heady and calming. For me, the window for falling asleep happens approximately ten minutes after dosing, either one dropperful under the tongue or two dropperfuls in hot tea, and lasts for about ten minutes. If distracted or not already in bed in a darkened room, it probably wont put you to sleep, but it will relax you. Also, I find the essential oil just as effective in an atomizer or rubbed on my wrists. Wonderful herb and a very good price from Now brand. Excellent product.

This stuff taste pretty bad at first but it's worth it when you feel the effects. I have a really hard time falling asleep. I started out taking 2 dropper fulls if this about a year ago. After 6 months I went up to 4 dropper fulls 2 hours before bed. It really helps me switch off my ADHD brain. I take liquid pineapple flavored magnesium with it and 5 mg of liquid melatonin. I try to use it for 3 days and then skip 3 days so my body doesn't get too used to it. Definitely worth it to try!

Outside of having a hard taste, of strong alcohol , this item delivered. Through my life I've suffered with sleep issues. I've tried quite literally everything there is to try.... Warm tub, sleep routine, calming teas, prescription sleep medications, night time over the counter sleep aids, aromatherapy, exercise. Granted The over the counter sleep aides helped, but I got tired of taking medication simply to fall asleep night after night. Most directions on the meds did not recommend nightly use, so it became a concern for me. Previous to trying this liquid extract form I had tried pill form of Valerian root but it either didn't work or I'd have to take it an hour before I planned on going to bed. Hard to predict and plan when you are a mom and have no clue when your kids will settle so you can get to bed. I found this extract to be something I can take directly before bed and in no time I'm fast asleep . It does not make me feel strange and I don't wake up feeling like I took a medication. It's pretty refreshing waking up! The dropper bottle is attractive, professional looking and easy to use. It's the strong taste straight that's hard. I've tried adding it to water but I almost think it tastes worse that way. I try to just drop the liquid as far back in my mouth as I can then sip something. This seems to be the best way. After using this for a while , I find I'm on regular enough of a sleep pattern that I don't need it every night . Overall I'd recommend it. If they had a way to better mask the alcohol taste I'd have given it 5 stars

I have been using Valerian drops for years for sleeplessness and anxiety. Amazon has it at a great price! It has a calming effect that is not too heavily sedating, but eases me back to sleep. I have noticed zero side effects. And it is affordable. I will continue to be a repeat buyer. Jewelbug

Sigh! This carries a Proposition 65 warning for lead and lead compound, Amazon tries to sneak the warning in without you seeing it, that is why you only see it in checkout. If you order your product outside of California, you will never see this warning, as your state and federal government will gladly see you consume lead, they don't care the least about your health.

I keep this by my bed for when I have problems falling asleep. I take a half dropper full right into my mouth and it seems to help. Be careful of using too much as Valerian can affect the liver. I like the Now brand and buy a lot of their products. They're good quality and usually get top ratings from the ConsumerLab testing company.

Valerian Root was one of the first herbal supplements I used. While I don't have issues with sleep, it settles the nerves great. But with the capsules I was always taking lower doses because I wasn't using it for sleep. And sometimes one wasn't enough. I found myself constantly chasing and searching for the right dosage for my evolving needs. Sometimes you want more, sometimes less. Which is hard with capsules that take time to start flowing through the system. Making the switch to an extract was the best choice for my usage. I have complete control of exactly how much I take. Each time I use it, I dial in the feel that much more. Plus you have the added benefit of a more immediate effect when you take it sublingual. In my experiences I've found the NOW Supplements recipe to be of good quality. It smells and tastes like quality Valerian Root and arrives with a solid expiration date. Very satisfied and NOW is now my preferred Valerian Root option.

It's really working. After taking this, I am feeling calm, relaxed, good sleep🧘‍♀️😌. A good alternative for psychiatric meds for anxiety and monkey mind🙊. Also good for healing in the long term from spiritual and mind body perspective also as it facilitates dream processing as well🧠

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even taking only a little, it gave me not great dreams