Supplement:
Valerian is one of the most common and widely used herbs for insomnia due to its natural sedative action. It is also used as a muscle relaxant and is known to reduce tension and irritability.
History:
Valerian root comes from the Latin "valere", which means "to be in good health." It has been used since ancient times to treat insomnia and nervous disturbances in sleep. It was also used as a condiment in Europe during medieval times and as a perfume during the 16th century. Valerian root has been used for food by many cultures. The Piute Indians ground it for flour and the British used the roots in soup. In addition to its historical uses, it is used today primarily to promote restful sleep and relax the central nervous system.
Description:
Valerian root grows in damp places throughout Europe, northern Asia, the U.S. and South America. It is harvested in its natural environment without pesticides or synthetic fertilizers. Valerian has a very strong pungent smell often likened to smelly feet or socks. The fresh root has little odor itself but a natural enzymatic process takes place as the root ages and a product called isovaleric acid gives off the odor. han 25mg per serving. Foods high in pyruvate include red apples, certain cheeses, dark beer and red wine.
Pyruvate improves exercise performance by enhancing the transport of glucose into the muscle cell. This process is known as "glucose extraction". Since glucose is the body's high-octane fuel, increases in glucose extraction (immediate energy) as well as muscle glycogen (stored energy) translate into a greater capacity for endurance and high intensity activity such as aerobics. Of note: Olympic gold-medal gymnast, Shannon Miller says she experienced increased energy levels by using pyruvate just days before the 1996 Olympics.
Pyruvate has even been shown to reduce fat without exercise, which makes it extremely attractive to mainstream America. Since pyruvate is a normal constituent of metabolism and is found naturally in our diet, it is very safe. Research has determined the maximum effective supplemental dosage is 5 grams per day. But even in studies using very high doses, no abnormal side effects were noted. However, unusually high doses can trigger gastrointestinal upset, such as gas, bloating and diarrhea. Our products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
by Theresa Smith |
