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Hop (Humulus lupulus) as a tool for helping with Insomnia / sleeplessness
Evidence
inferred from sedative action
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3 sources supporting Hop for Insomnia / sleeplessness. Includes scientific publications, books, monographs and traditional-use references.
Mechanistic basis
This use is associated with the plant's sedative / sleep support action. Further evidence for that pharmacology:
Effects of a hops (Humulus lupulus L.) dry extract supplement on self-reported depression, anxiety and stress levels in apparently healthy young adults: a randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind, crossover pilot study
View source In a randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind crossover pilot study of healthy young adults, a hops (Humulus lupulus) dry-extract supplement significantly reduced self-reported depression, anxiety and stress scores, giving clinical support for the herb's calming/sedative use.