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Is there any proof that valerian wirks for anxiety or stress and will it help your sleep better?
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Valerian root: There have not been any scientific studies to substantiate the claims of valerian working against , etc. There is only anecdotal evidence that it may or may not work.
Answered 2/28/2014
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Valerian Root: A number of studies are listed in this article. http://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/valerian-healthprofessional/ ** many of the best studies are done in germany.
Answered 4/17/2016
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