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Thorne Valerian Root

Valerian Root

86Score
Grade A- · capsule · 30 servings · $30.00

Scored by the Formulate Research Team · Last reviewed May 2026

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Overview: Thorne Valerian Root

Experience restful nights and refreshed mornings with a melatonin-free, botanical extract* Thorne’s Valerian Root helps you stay asleep longer with the first use. Fall asleep faster while easing anxious feelings related to sleep with continued daily use.*

Score Breakdown

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Evidence Qualityweight 30%
85/ 100
Dose Adequacyweight 25%
70/ 100
Form/Bioavailabilityweight 15%
90/ 100
Transparencyweight 15%
100/ 100
Safety/Redundancyweight 10%
100/ 100
Manufacturing Qualityweight 5%
90/ 100

Ingredients per Serving

IngredientAmount
Valerian extractroot200 mg

Certifications & Testing

NSF CertifiedGluten FreeDairy FreeSoy FreeThorne VerifiedNatural FlavorsNatural ColorsGMP Certified

Other Ingredients

Ascorbyl Palmitate, Hypromellose (derived from cellulose) capsule, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Silicon Dioxide

Recommended Use

Take 1 capsule 60 minutes before bedtime daily or as recommended by your health-care practitioner.

Warnings

ALLERGY WARNING This product is contraindicated in an individual with a history of hypersensitivity to any of its ingredients. PREGNANCY WARNING If pregnant or nursing, do not use this product. INTERACTIONS There are no known adverse interactions or contraindications at publication date.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Thorne Valerian Root's Formulate score?

Thorne Valerian Root scores 86 out of 100 (grade A-) on Formulate's ingredient-level rubric, which weighs evidence quality, dose accuracy, bioavailability, transparency, safety, and manufacturing practices.

Is Thorne Valerian Root worth it?

Thorne Valerian Root scores 86/100 (grade A-). That puts it in Formulate's top tier: its ingredient doses, forms, and label transparency hold up against the clinical evidence, and it carries credible third-party testing. Formulate grades every product with the same automated rubric, so the score reflects the formula — not marketing or sponsorships.

What's in Thorne Valerian Root?

Each serving contains Valerian extract (200 mg). Serving size: 1 Capsule. 30 servings per container.

How do I take valerian root?

Take 1 capsule 60 minutes before bedtime daily or as recommended by your health-care practitioner.

Who makes Valerian Root?

Valerian Root is made by Thorne. See Formulate's full grade and product lineup for Thorne on its brand page.

Is Thorne Valerian Root third-party tested?

Thorne lists the following certifications and testing for this product: NSF Certified, Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Soy Free, Thorne Verified, Natural Flavors, Natural Colors, GMP Certified.

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