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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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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

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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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

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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