Many menopausal women suffer from general insomnia; tossing and turning at night and unable to get a good night’s sleep. There are a great deal of scientific studies which have affir
med the efficacy and the safety or taking valerian root to treat insomnia.
Valerian works the same way that a heavy-duty benzodiazapine (like Valium, Ativan or Xanax) does, but it is much safer because there is no side effects (hangover) or risk of addiction with Valerian root. It is a very reliable sedative for most people. My friend drinks it one hour before bedtime in the form of a tea. It helps her to sleep through the night peacefully.
Be careful not to take Valerian if you’re already taking prescription sleep aids.