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Valerian Root 1000 mg

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Valerian 1000 mg
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Score80
A high-amount, good-value valerian root extract with incomplete potency detail and a notable sedation trade-off.
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Quantity:120 Capsule(s) • (60 servings)
Goals:
Stress Relief
Sleep Support
Mood Support

Score 80

A high-amount, good-value valerian root extract with incomplete potency detail and a notable sedation trade-off.
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$11.95($0.19 per serving)
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Analysis

The two-capsule serving provides a large amount of valerian root extract in a focused formula. Clear root identification and good serving efficiency support practical use.

The extraction ratio and valerenic-acid standardization are not stated. That gap makes potency harder to compare with better-characterized valerian formulas.

Strong value suits regular users who can tolerate the full amount without morning grogginess. It fits evening use better than daytime mood support because sedation is the most likely practical effect.

Who is it for
  • Adults seeking substantial valerian root extract
  • Value-focused users who tolerate valerian well
Best for
  • Sleep support
  • Evening stress relief
  • Strong serving value

Pros

  • Focused root-extract formula
  • Substantial amount
  • Clearly identifies the plant part
  • Strong qualitative value

Cons

  • Extraction ratio is missing
  • No active-marker standardization
  • High amount may cause morning grogginess
  • Requires two capsules

Warnings

  • Valerian may cause next-morning drowsiness, so first use should not precede driving or hazardous work
  • Combining valerian with alcohol, sleep medicines, or other sedatives may increase impairment
  • A large evening serving may cause headache, vivid dreams, or stomach discomfort in sensitive users

Nutrient quality

83 Highest impact

The valerian species or root is identified, but active-compound standardization is absent. The main herbal ingredients are supplied at practical amounts, though potency depends on extract quality.

Ingredient transparency

74 High impact

A specific amount is provided for the valerian ingredient. No proprietary blend hides the active amount.

Customer satisfaction

66 High impact

The supplied aggregate rating metric is very favorable, though it gives no specific experience details. The substantial response count provides a useful satisfaction signal.

Value for money

96 Highest impact

Formula quality compares well with the cost. The serving cost is exceptionally low for the disclosed actives.

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Goals

Stress Relief
Impact
High effect
C Goal FitB Strength of SupportD+ CoverageA Formula Quality

Valerian root extract is a focused calming herb that may help stress when tension is linked to difficulty settling down. The substantial label amount is promising, but missing extract standardization leaves the active potency uncertain.

The single-herb formula has good depth but covers only one calming pathway. Valerian can cause drowsiness and should not be combined with alcohol or other sedatives before driving.

Study evidence
Valerian Supportive 18 studies
Sleep Support
Impact
High effect
B- Goal FitB- Strength of SupportD CoverageA- Formula Quality

The high labeled amount of valerian root extract offers focused herbal support for relaxation and sleep onset. Valerian may help some people, but human results are mixed and individual response varies.

No extraction ratio or valerenic-acid standardization is provided, so the large milligram amount does not fully establish potency. Valerian can add to drowsiness from alcohol, sleep medicines, or other sedatives, making those combinations a practical safety concern.

Study evidence
Valerian Supportive 31 studies
Mood Support
Impact
Moderate effect
F Goal FitC+ Strength of SupportF CoverageA Formula Quality

Valerian primarily supports sleep and short-term relaxation rather than stable daytime mood. Its relevance to depression or broader emotional well-being remains limited.

The large extract amount is clear, but no extraction ratio or valerenic-acid standardization confirms potency. Valerian may increase drowsiness when combined with alcohol, sedatives, or sleep medicines.

Study evidence
Valerian Supportive 17 studies

Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Valerian root extract
1000 mg
Adults 18–50
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Valerian · 1000 mg OverallScore75
C- Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityB Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyA+ Value

The capsule provides a clearly disclosed, substantial amount of valerian root extract. No extraction ratio or valerenic-acid standardization is given, which limits confidence in potency despite the large label amount. A low serving cost makes it an economical option for users comfortable with that uncertainty.

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Sources

Published studies used for the product analysis and the top-ranked studies for each ingredient and goal.

  1. Effectiveness of Valerian on insomnia: a meta-analysis of randomized placebo-controlled trials.
    Fernández-San-Martín MI; Masa-Font R; Palacios-Soler L; Sancho-Gómez P; Calbó-Caldentey C; Flores-Mateo G · Sleep medicine · 2010
    Meta-analysis18 studies pooledSleep Support forValerian
  2. Complementary and alternative treatments for insomnia disorder: a systematic umbrella review.
    Ell J; Schmid SR; Benz F; Spille L · Journal of sleep research · 2024
    Systematic review15 studies pooledSleep Support forValerian
  3. Comparison the effect of valerian and gabapentin on RLS and sleep quality in hemodialysis patients: A randomized clinical trial.
    Hajizadeh I; Jamshidi M; Kazemi M; Kargar H; Sadeghi T · Therapeutic apheresis and dialysis : official peer-reviewed journal of the International Society for Apheresis, the Japanese Society for Apheresis, the Japanese Society for Dialysis Therapy · 2023
    Randomized trial40 participantsSleep Support forValerian
  4. Valerian for sleep: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
    Bent S; Padula A; Moore D; Patterson M; Mehling W · The American journal of medicine · 2006
    Meta-analysis1,093 participants16 studies pooledSleep Support forValerian
  5. Does valerian work for insomnia? An umbrella review of the evidence.
    Valente V; Machado D; Jorge S; Drake CL; Marques DR · European neuropsychopharmacology : the journal of the European College of Neuropsychopharmacology · 2024
    Systematic review8 studies pooledSleep Support forValerian
  6. Clinical Practice Guideline for the Pharmacologic Treatment of Chronic Insomnia in Adults: An American Academy of Sleep Medicine Clinical Practice Guideline.
    Sateia MJ; Buysse DJ; Krystal AD; Neubauer DN; Heald JL · Journal of clinical sleep medicine : JCSM : official publication of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine · 2017
    Guideline / consensusSleep Support forValerian
  7. Efficacy and tolerability of valerian extract LI 156 compared with oxazepam in the treatment of non-organic insomnia--a randomized, double-blind, comparative clinical study.
    Ziegler G; Ploch M; Miettinen-Baumann A; Collet W · European journal of medical research · 2003
    Randomized trial202 participantsSleep Support forValerian
  8. Herbal medicine for insomnia: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
    Leach MJ; Page AT · Sleep medicine reviews · 2016
    Meta-analysis1,602 participants14 studies pooledSleep Support forValerian
  9. Valerian for insomnia: a systematic review of randomized clinical trials.
    Stevinson C; Ernst E · Sleep medicine · 2019
    Systematic review9 studies pooledSleep Support forValerian
  10. A systematic review of insomnia and complementary medicine.
    Sarris J; Byrne GJ · Sleep medicine reviews · 2011
    Systematic review20 studies pooledSleep Support forValerian
  11. Standardized Extract of Valeriana officinalis Improves Overall Sleep Quality in Human Subjects with Sleep Complaints: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Clinical Study.
    Chandra Shekhar H; Joshua L; Thomas JV · Advances in therapy · 2024
    Randomized trial80 participantsMood Support Sleep Support Stress Relief forValerian
  12. Chemotypic diversity and neuroactive potential of Valeriana jatamansi Jones: a systematic review on phytochemistry, pharmacology and standardisation challenges.
    Nisar S; Jan N; Hassan I; Andleeb L; Shabir PA · Natural product research · 2026
    Meta-analysis12 studies pooledMood Support forValerian
  13. Valerian Root in Treating Sleep Problems and Associated Disorders-A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.
    Shinjyo N; Waddell G; Green J · Journal of evidence-based integrative medicine · 2021
    Meta-analysis6,894 participants60 studies pooledMood Support forValerian
  14. Assessment of Valeriana officinalis l. (Valerian) for Conscious Sedation of Patients During the Extraction of Impacted Mandibular Third Molars: A Randomized, Split-Mouth, Double-Blind, Crossover Study.
    Farah GJ; Ferreira GZ; Danieletto-Zanna CF; Luppi CR; Jacomacci WP · Journal of oral and maxillofacial surgery : official journal of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons · 2020
    Randomized trial20 participantsMood Support forValerian
  15. Effectiveness and safety of oral sedation in adult patients undergoing dental procedures: a systematic review.
    Araújo JO; Bergamaschi CC; Lopes LC; Guimarães CC; de Andrade NK; Ramacciato JC; Motta RHL · BMJ open · 2021
    Systematic review327 participants12 studies pooledMood Support Stress Relief forValerian
  16. Effects of a Valerian-Hops Extract Combination (Ze 91019) on Sleep Duration and Daytime Cognitive and Psychological Parameters in Occasional Insomnia: A Randomized Controlled Feasibility Trial.
    Schicktanz N; Gerhards C; Schlitt T; Aerni A; Müggler E; de Quervain D; Papassotiropoulos A; Boonen G; Drewe J; Butterweck V · Brain and behavior · 2025
    Randomized trial40 participantsSleep Support forValerian
  17. Effects of Passiflora incarnata and Valeriana officinalis in the control of anxiety due to tooth extraction: a randomized controlled clinical trial.
    Velasquez ACA; Tsuji M; Dos Santos Cordeiro L; Petinati MFP; Rebellato NLB; Sebastiani AM; da Costa DJ; Scariot R · Oral and maxillofacial surgery · 2024
    Randomized trial54 participantsStress Relief forValerian
  18. Effect of kava and valerian on human physiological and psychological responses to mental stress assessed under laboratory conditions.
    Cropley M; Cave Z; Ellis J; Middleton RW · Phytotherapy research : PTR · 2002
    Non-randomized trial54 participantsStress Relief forValerian
  19. Stress-induced insomnia treated with kava and valerian: singly and in combination.
    Wheatley D · Human psychopharmacology · 2019
    Single-arm trial24 participantsStress Relief forValerian