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Recipe

Valerian root decoction

Herb:
Valeriana officinalis Valeriana officinalis
Method:
Decoction
Plant part:
Root

About 15 minBeginnerRecipe science profile

Procedure

  1. For 500 ml water use about 2–3 tsp dried, crushed root.
  2. Simmer 10–15 minutes under a lid, stirring occasionally, then strain.
  3. Drink in small amounts and short-term — a strong smell is normal.

Extraction

Herb:
poměry dle kroků receptu na kartě
Solvent:
mediální složení (voda, alkohol, olej, med…) viz jednotlivé kroky
Shelf life:
po přípravě uchovávej hygienicky a podle typu výrobku (chlad, světlo, alkohol)
Target compounds:
orientační domácí extrakce — profil závisí na teplotě, času řezu a poměrech

Notes

Possible drug interactions and sedation — see the herb card; do not drive after taking it.

Why it works

Home preparation following this recipe is mainly educational and cultural; it should not be assumed to match the extractive or safety profile of registered medicines or standardized extracts. Check specific effects, drug interactions, and contraindications on the herb card and with your clinician if you use prescription drugs.

Literature

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Valeriana officinalisHerb card

DecoctionProcessing method detail

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