Herbal and Natural Remedies For Sleep And Insomnia

A lot of people don't get enough sleep, and we all know that getting a good night's adequate sleep is very important to your general health and well-being. If you have problems sleeping and don't want to take medication, there are a lot of natural  remedies for sleep that are readily available.

Most of these herbs are non habit forming and can help you sleep better.
Chamomile is a popular calming herb and will help your stomach and soothe your nerves. You can make a tea, or put this herb in a satchet and place it underneath your pillowcase.

Passion flower or passiflora incarnata is another herb that helps an overactive mind and is really safe and beneficial.
Catnip is a herb that comes in a tea, powder or tablet form, and will help alleviate emotional stress and tension. It is a member of the mint family.

One of the best herbal sleep remedies is valerian which has been studied extensively. There have already been over 200 research studies in the last twenty years on this herb. It is not addictive and won't leave you feeling like you have a hangover next morning! Valerian can be taken as a capsule, tablet or tincture.

Hops, one of the main ingredients of beer induces sleep, is a great anti-oxidant, and is also known for its anti inflammatory qualities.
Kava kava is another very effective sleep remedy. However it can be addictive and has been known to cause liver problems in those who are susceptible. It enhances dreams and results in mild euphoria. It is usually taken as a capsule.

Lemon balm has been used as a sleep remedy and to soothe the stomach for centuries. It offers a refreshing clean flavor and smell. You could make a tea with it or put into a satchet under your pillowcase.

Sleep pillows have come to be very popular and they are really easy to make. All you'll need is a pillowcase and the herbs of your choice. Fill up your pillowcase with the herbs and sew the end up. Put the herbs under your pillow.
The herbs you can include can be a mixture of the following:
lavender flowers
hops
rose petals
rosemary
lilac blossoms
catnip
chamomile
passion flower
Alternatively just put a few drops of lavender essential oil on your pillow.

All in all herbal sleep remedies are a safe and reliable option to help you sleep better.