Welcome to this week’s Monday Study Rundown! Today, we are exploring an interesting study on the use of valerian root and lemon balm extracts to support concentration and reduce hyperactivity in primary school children.
Here’s what the research found:
“Improvement of Hyperactivity, Concentration Difficulties, and Impulsiveness in Primary School Children Treated with Valerian Root and Lemon Balm Extracts”
- Study Design: An observational study conducted with 169 primary school children experiencing hyperactivity and concentration difficulties, though not meeting ADHD criteria.
- Groups: The children were treated with a daily dose of 640 mg valerian root extract and 320 mg lemon balm extract for seven weeks, under the supervision of 27 office-based pediatricians.
- Findings:
- Significant reduction in strong symptoms of poor focus, with numbers dropping from 75% to 14%.
- Hyperactivity decreased from 61% to 13%.
- Impulsiveness was reduced from 59% to 22%.
- Parents also reported major improvements in social behavior, sleep quality, and overall symptom burden.
- Only two children experienced mild, temporary side effects.
- Key Takeaways: This study suggests that valerian root and lemon balm extracts can be an effective and well-tolerated option to help manage hyperactivity, concentration difficulties, and impulsiveness in children. This natural approach could serve as a valuable addition to counseling and education.
