Marijke (54): 'Valerian finally gave me the peace to sleep'

Marijke (54) lay awake at night for years. On the advice of a friend, she tried valerian, a herb traditionally used for restlessness and sleep problems.

'I didn't notice much in the first week,' she says. 'But after a few weeks, I fell asleep more calmly. More importantly, I worried less about sleeping itself.'

She emphasises that it was no miracle cure for her. Regularity, less screen time and a fixed routine helped just as much. This is a personal story and not medical advice. For persistent complaints, a doctor is the right person to consult.