Lavender (Oral, Standardized)

Lavender: Calm · mild anxious feelings. A standardized lavender oil taken as a softgel, studied for everyday calm and easing mild anxious feelings. Standard dose 80 mg oil, taken in the evening, about $18/month. Evidence rating: strong evidence.

What is Lavender?

Oral lavender oil, standardized as a specific preparation studied in clinical trials, has emerged as one of the better-evidenced botanicals for everyday calm. Multiple randomized trials of an 80 mg standardized softgel report reductions in restlessness and mild anxious feelings, with effects that built over a few weeks and tolerability close to placebo, the main side effect being mild lavender burps. It is taken by mouth rather than inhaled, which sets it apart from aromatherapy. Because it is gentle and non-sedating at standard doses, it suits daytime tension as well as winding down in the evening. Look for a standardized oral lavender oil softgel, typically 80 mg once daily.

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