Valerian Root
Scored by the Formulate Research Team · Last reviewed July 2026
Score Breakdown
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Ingredients per Serving
Certifications & Testing
Other Ingredients
plant-derived Capsule, Magnesium Stearate
Recommended Use
Recommendation: Take 3 capsules one hour before bedtime.
Warnings
Freshness & safety sealed with printed outer shrinkwrap and printed inner seal. Do not use if either seal is broken or missing. Keep out of reach of children. For intensive use consult your healthcare practitioner. Caution: Do not drive or operate heavy equipment while taking this product.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nature's Way Valerian Root's Formulate score?
Nature's Way Valerian Root scores 66 out of 100 (grade B-) on Formulate's ingredient-level rubric: clinical evidence, dose accuracy and bioavailability carry the score, while manufacturing, transparency and safety are checked separately and can only deduct.
Is Nature's Way Valerian Root worth it?
Nature's Way Valerian Root scores 66/100 (grade B-). That's a middling result — it has real shortcomings in dose, ingredient form, or transparency that pull it below stronger options in the same category. Formulate grades every product with the same automated rubric, so the score reflects the formula — not marketing or sponsorships.
What's in Nature's Way Valerian Root?
Each serving contains Calcium (60 mg), Valerian (1.59 g). Serving size: 3 Capsule(s). 33 servings per container.
How do I take valerian root?
Recommendation: Take 3 capsules one hour before bedtime.
Who makes Valerian Root?
Valerian Root is made by Nature's Way. See Formulate's full grade and product lineup for Nature's Way on its brand page.
Is Nature's Way Valerian Root third-party tested?
Nature's Way lists the following certifications and testing for this product: Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Vegan, Vegetarian.
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