Valerian root

[Roberta Jo Lieberman <woik@home.com>]

<<Valerian is illegal.>> 

...in competition, that is. That's why there are a number of
"Valerian-free" formulas offered by many horse herbalists for horses in
competition. The Chamisa Ridge catalog (800/743-3188) features several
valerian-free Hilton herbs as a result of AHSA rulings. These
combination herbal products are for relieving stress, supporting mares
with hormonal imbalances and "steady[ing] and relax[ing] the horse
without adversely affecting its performance."
--Bobbie