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all-heal

• Valerian
  
• General Information
  Valerian is a plant native to Europe and Asia; it is also found in North America.
  Common Name(s)
  valerian, all-heal, garden heliotrope
  Scientific Name(s)
  Valeriana officinalis
  How is Valerian usually used?
  The roots and rhizomes (underground stems) of valerian are typically used to make supplements, including capsules, tablets, and liquid extractextractto get, separate, or isolate a desired active ingredients, as well as teas.
  What is Valerian used for?
  Valerian has long been used for sleep disorders and anxiety.
• Valerian has also been used for other conditions, such as headaches, depression, irregular heartbeat, and trembling.
• Your health care provider may have recommended this product for other conditions. Contact a health care provider if you have questions.
• What else should I be aware of?
  Studies suggest that valerian is generally safe to use for short periods of time (for example, 4 to 6 weeks).
• No information is available about the long-term safety of valerian.