Sleep / recovery evidence brief
Valerian is popular for sleep, but reviews disagree and objective sleep measures are inconsistent, so reliable recovery-enhancement claims are premature.
Sleep reviews disagree; subjective insomnia signals are more plausible than objective recovery or performance gains.
Preparations, extract ratios, dose, and timing differ across trials; generic root powder and standardized extracts are not interchangeable.
Evidence fits possible subjective sleep support better than next-day recovery or performance promises.
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The score reflects evidence that the supplement does its stated job. Some jobs are direct, such as strength, endurance, or recovery; others are indirect, such as sleep, mood, appetite, or health support. A real effect can still receive a cautious practical rating when dose, safety, product quality, or audience fit remain uncertain.
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