A randomized clinical trial of valerian fails to improve self-reported, polysomnographic, and actigraphic sleep in older women with insomnia
Taibi DM, Vitiello MV, Barsness S, Elmer GW, Anderson GD, Landis CA
Published in Sleep Medicine
Methodology
Randomized placebo-controlled crossover trial of concentrated valerian extract 300 mg in older women with insomnia, with polysomnography and actigraphy
Key Findings
No significant improvement in self-reported, polysomnographic or actigraphic sleep measures versus placebo
Conclusions
Valerian failed to improve sleep in older women with insomnia by any measure
Limitations
Small sample; single valerian preparation and dose
Supplements Studied
No significant improvement in self-reported, polysomnographic or actigraphic sleep versus placebo
Outcomes Measured
No improvement in polysomnographic or actigraphic sleep continuity versus placebo
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