In traditional medicine, Valerian root is so revered that it was called All-Heal.
Actions: Sedative; promotes sleep, reduces muscle tension and spasms, lowers blood pressure; Mildly increases urine production; expectorant.
Medicinal use: Used internally for anxiety, insomnia, nervous tension, and irritable bowel syndromes, and applied locally for muscle spasms. Chinese physicians prescribe it for flu, rheumatism, insomnia, apprehension, and traumatic injuries.
Contains: 100% Valerian extract
Internally taken as a binding, anti-inflammatory, cholagogue, and hemostatic agent, for intestinal and uterine bleeding, liver and gallbladder diseases, duodenal ulcer, enterocolitis, and skin conditions.
Method of application and dosage: 1 tablespoon of raw material is poured with 200 ml of boiling water, heated in a water bath for 30 minutes, infused at room temperature for 10 minutes, strained, squeezing out the remaining raw material. The finished infusion is brought to the original volume with boiled water. Take 2 tablespoons 4 times a day before meals. Externally, it is used for gargling in angina, gingivitis, and toothache, as well as for burns, oozing eczema, and other skin diseases.
Contraindications: individual intolerance.
Internally: Has a beneficial effect on the state and efficiency of the nervous system. Chicory root improves the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract, urinary system, and contributes to lowering blood sugar levels. Enhances metabolism, significantly reducing body weight.
Method of application and doses: Grind into powder, pour 1 teaspoon with cold water (200 ml), and put it on the heat. Bring to a boil, infuse for 5-10 minutes. It is recommended to take one-third of a glass before breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Contraindications: Individual intolerance.