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Valerian is an herb. It is native to Europe and parts of Asia, but also grows in North America. Medicinal applications use the root. Valerian is most commonly used for sleep disorders, especially the inability to sleep (insomnia). Valerian is also used orally for anxiety and psychological stress, but there is limited scientific research to support these uses.

Valerian has been used as a medicinal herb since at least the time of ancient Greece and Rome. Its therapeutic uses were described by Hippocrates, and in the 2nd century, Galen prescribed valerian for insomnia. In the 16th century, it was used to treat nervousness, trembling, headaches, and heart palpitations. In the mid-19th century, valerian was considered a stimulant and during World War II, it was used in England to relieve the stress of air raids.

Features
125 mg Valerian root extract 4:1 (Valeriana officinalis)
Equivalent to 500 mg of Valerian root powder
Contains No: sugar, salt, dairy, yeast, wheat, gluten, soy, preservatives, artificial colors or flavors


Benefits
The scientists at Hoffman-LaRoche studied ‘Valeric Acid”, the active of Valerian in developing what The Rolling Stones called “Mother’s Little Helper”. That “little yellow pill” went on to become the world’s first Billion Dollar drug—Valium.†
Numerous studies show that taking valerian can reduce the amount of time it takes to fall asleep by about 15 to 20 minutes. Valerian also seems to improve sleep quality. Doses of 400-900 mg of valerian extract taken up to 2 hours before bed seem to work best. Continuous use for several days, even up to four weeks, may be needed before an effect is noticeable.†
Some studies show that valerian can help improve sleep when combined with other herbs, including hops and lemon balm. Taking valerian might also improve the sleep quality of people who are withdrawing from the use of sleeping pills.†
Some early research shows that taking valerian may reduce anxiety.†
Early research shows that taking 255 mg of valerian three times daily for two menstrual cycles reduces pain and the need for other pain relievers during menstruation.†
Taking valerian root extract seems to reduce the emotional, behavioral, and physical symptoms associated with PMS when started on the 21st day of the menstrual cycle and continued for 7 days.†

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Echinacea is a wildflower (purple coneflower) native to North America. While Echinacea continues to grow and is harvested from the wild, the majority used for herbal supplements comes from cultivated plants. The root and/or the above-ground part of the plant during the flowering growth phase are used in herbal medicine. Echinacea is famous as an immune builder. For immune deficiency, Echinacea can help stop an acute oncoming cold, flu, or infection if used in large doses at the first sign of immune breakdown.† The larger acute doses below will assist in warding off oncoming acute bacterial and viral infections (such as colds and flu).† Echinacea will excite the immune system to fight off microbes before they dominate an organ system and create symptoms or pathology.† Goldenseal (Hydrastis Canadensis) is one of the most popular herbs on the market today. It was traditionally used by Native Americans to treat skin disorders, digestive problems, liver conditions, diarrhea, and eye irritations. Goldenseal became part of early colonial medical care as the European settlers learned of it from the Iroquois and other tribes.

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Echinacea purpurea root extract 6:1, 33mg
Goldenseal (Hydrastis Canadensis) root, 200mg
Proprietary blend, 75mg: (Burdock (Arctium lappa) root, Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) root, Red clover (Trifolium pratense) blossoms, Ginger (Zingiber offinale) root, Cayenne (Capsicum annuum) fruit.


Benefits
Echinacea stimulates phagocytosis (the ingesting or engulfing of cells, including white blood cells) to help clean up foreign bodies and increases the number of white blood cells.†
It helps prevent and reverse necrosis (tissue degradation where pus forms from infection) from wounds.†
Echinacea helps “activate” the immune system and stimulate certain immune cells that are critical to maintaining overall health.†
Echinacea helps keep the respiratory system healthy when challenged, particularly during winter months.†
Echinacea’s history began when Echinacea purpurea was used by the Great Plains Indians as a painkiller with anti-inflammatory properties.†
As an herb that appears to aid in liver cleansing and detoxification, Goldenseal is often used as a balancing herb in conjunction with herbs like Echinacea, which is believed to help clean the blood.†
The supportive herbal blend contains herbs that may have natural, mild diuretic effects (Burdock, Dandelion, and Red Clover), may aid in managing inflammation (Ginger), and promote improved circulation and absorption (Cayenne).†

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