topicValerian Stress Randomized Trial
claimThis narrative review critically evaluates clinical evidence on commonly used herbal preparations, with particular emphasis on herb-drug interactions, adverse effects, and issues related to product adulteration.
evidence level3
citationCăuș MN (2026)
sourceEfficacy and Safety of Herbal Supplements with Anxiolytic, Antidepressant, and Sedative Action: A Review of Clinical Data and Toxicological Risks.
topicValerian Stress Randomized Trial
claimHowever, clinically relevant risks were identified, including cytochrome P450-mediated drug interactions, excessive sedation, serotonin syndrome, and toxic effects associated with adulterated products, such as hepatotoxicity, cardiovascular events, and neurological disturbances.
evidence level3
citationCăuș MN (2026)
sourceEfficacy and Safety of Herbal Supplements with Anxiolytic, Antidepressant, and Sedative Action: A Review of Clinical Data and Toxicological Risks.
topicValerian Stress Randomized Trial
claimIncreased awareness of herb-drug interactions and stricter quality control are essential to optimize therapeutic outcomes and minimize harm.
evidence level3
citationCăuș MN (2026)
sourceEfficacy and Safety of Herbal Supplements with Anxiolytic, Antidepressant, and Sedative Action: A Review of Clinical Data and Toxicological Risks.
topicValerian Stress Randomized Trial
claimBackground/Objectives: Plant-based supplements are widely used for the management of anxiety, depression, and insomnia.
evidence level3
citationCăuș MN (2026)
sourceEfficacy and Safety of Herbal Supplements with Anxiolytic, Antidepressant, and Sedative Action: A Review of Clinical Data and Toxicological Risks.
topicValerian Stress Randomized Trial
claimSleep is a complex biological process whose evolutionary purpose has remained equivocal for quite some time.More recently, however, compelling evidence has emerged, leading to recognition of the numerous metabolic and physiological functions sleep contributes to and actively supports.
evidence level4
citationConti Federica (2026)
sourceDietary Protocols to Promote and Improve Restful Sleep: A Narrative Review
topicValerian Stress Randomized Trial
claimEpidemiological studies have revealed that sleep deprivation is associated with an increased risk of all-cause mortality,alongside numerous chronic conditions imposing a heavy burden on our healthcare and socioeconomic systems alike,including cardiovascular disease, stroke, obesity, type 2 diabetes, and various types of cancer and neurological disorders.
evidence level4
citationConti Federica (2026)
sourceDietary Protocols to Promote and Improve Restful Sleep: A Narrative Review
topicValerian Stress Randomized Trial
claimThe scope of this narrative review is to summarize the available evidence on the mechanisms of action and potential benefits of the above-listed nutrients in the context of acute or chronic sleep disturbances.
evidence level4
citationConti Federica (2026)
sourceDietary Protocols to Promote and Improve Restful Sleep: A Narrative Review
topicValerian Stress Randomized Trial
claim, , Over the past few decades, there has been an increasing appreciation of the negative impact of sleep disturbances and circadian misalignments on all aspects of human health and performance, ranging from objective alertness, learning, memory, and cognition to emotional regulation, social wellbeing and, most remarkably, physical health.
evidence level4
citationConti Federica (2026)
sourceDietary Protocols to Promote and Improve Restful Sleep: A Narrative Review