You probably know how frustrating a sleepless night can be. You’re so tired the next morning that you may be disoriented and unable to function as you should. If you suffer from sleep loss on a regular basis, you most likely have insomnia. A good nights sleep is beneficial for our wellbeing, its recommended at least eight hours of sleep per night.
Hormonal changes, heart disease, depression and sleep apnea can all cause insomnia. If you’re having trouble sleeping, you may want to try some natural remedies — but be sure to seek professional help if it continues without relief.
Some natural remedies used to treat insomnia or occasional sleepless nights include:
Herbal Tea – There are various teas on the market which come in tea bag form or loose and can help you have a good nights sleep, Low caffeine green tea, Chamomile tea, Lavender tea, Passionflower tea just to name a few, press the link to find one of our recommended suppliers on-line.
Warm milk – Consuming warm milk just before your bed time is great for promoting sleep and having a calming affect.
Sheep – Counting sheep still works if you have a clear and untroubled mind.
Melatonin – One of the most popular natural remedies for insomnia, melatonin is actually a hormone produced naturally in the body. The brain makes serotonin which is then made into melatonin, which helps you fall asleep naturally. If your body isn’t producing enough melatonin, you may need to take a supplement before retiring each evening. This can be brought on-line or from your local health shop in various forms including tea bags.
Meditation – Yoga practices of deep breathing and meditation before you go to bed have proven beneficial to help sufferers of insomnia fall asleep naturally.
Aromatherapy – The sedative qualities of inhaling lavender, ylang-ylang, and chamomile are found to be useful in treating insomnia, which you can buy over the counter or on-line. You can either buy them in a oil form or spray form and add a few drops on your pillow at night. PRESS THE IMAGE BELOW TO GO STRAIGHT OUR RECOMMENDED SUPPLIER.
Valerian – Non-addictive Valerian has been used medicinally since the Romans as a remedy for insomnia, anxiety, stress and depression. It has qualities that are believed to affect the brain’s calming neurotransmitters. Can be brought on-line in different forms including tea or capsule.
Diet – Avoid caffeine and foods containing sugar before bedtime. Instead, eat foods rich in magnesium such as green vegetables, bran and some nuts (almonds and cashews) that will calm nerves and help promote sleep.
Exercise – Regular aerobic exercise such as a brisk walk can help you sleep well at night. Avoid exercising just before bedtime though – exercise earlier in the day or evening.
Also, be sure that your mattress and pillow are appropriate for your body type and that the room you sleep in is neither too hot nor cold. If sleeplessness persists, you may want to try acupuncture and calming teas such as chamomile and lemon balm.
Some prescription drugs may cause insomnia, so check with your health professional or pharmacist to see if the prescription(s) you take is the cause of this debilitating side effect.
