Category Archives: Insomnia

Whats the difference between melatonin and tryptophan?

karson L. asked: I know that tryptophan is the precursor for melatonin, but what does that mean? Can someone put it into simpler terms for me please.

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melatonin?

Kevin asked: will taking melatonin pills to help me fall asleep decrease the quality of my sleep? i am wondering if it is bad in any way to take melatonin to help me fall asleep.

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How are you suppose to take Melatonin, are you suppose to let it dissolve under tounge?

Dark_Genome 212 2.0 asked: Doctor recommended that I should try Melatonin when I find that I can’t sleep. Anyways, I heard your suppose to let it dissolve under your tongue? The first time I swallowed it. Does it matter?

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What fruit contains 383 nanograms of melatonin?

AngiePants asked: My research shows that tart cherries seem to have the most amount of melatonin, but I am not sure if it is 383 nanograms exactly. This is for homework, so please help me!

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How long does it take for Valerian Root to get out of the body system before it shows in a standard drug test?

your space holiday asked: I found out recently that Valerian Root would bring false positives in a standard drug dest under the class of Benzodiazepines. Since Valerian Root is a derivative of Diazepam, do they have the same duration period of detection? Thank you for your time. Have a nice day everyone!

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What are the side effects of taking valerian root?

perpetualinibriation asked: Every now and then I take 2 capsules at bedtime to help me sleep, what are some side effects of taking valerian root, besides feeling very sleepy the day after?

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How long do the effects of the herb valerian last ?

manser asked: I’ve been using valerian to improve my quality of sleep. I used it on a Thursday night and then had a sleep study friday night. I didn’t take the valerian friday but I’m wondering if it could alter results(heartbeat,etc).

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What are the side effects or contraindications of Valerian?

cityguy08 asked: Why does the label on my Valerian say to discontinue use two weeks before surgery? Are there other contraindications or side effects not generally reported?

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Why is it recommended that people prone to hypoglycemia avoid Valerian Root?

Timo Bagpipes asked: While doing research on Valerian Root I’ve found that most sites recommend against its use if you’re prone to hypoglycemia… but I can’t find any explanation as to why. Valerian Root is supposed to act as a mild sedative for sleep aid and I’d like to try it, but I am prone to hypoglycemia. Anybody have more information?

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