Natural Remedies
Here are some natural remedies to cure your insomnia.
- Valerian is God's Valium
Valerian’s proper name Valeriana Officinalis and sometimes called God's Valium!
It is a mild sedative and is extracted from the root of Valerian, a tall, fernlike plant.
Valerian can be used for mild anxiety or stress, as a muscle relaxant, or to help you relax or to sleep.
- L-Theanine, antioxidant relaxant
L-Theanine is unique, in that it acts as a non-sedating relaxant by increasing the brain's production of alpha waves. So in fact, it is very effective in helping to relieve tension, stress and anxiety , without causing drowsiness.
- Melatonin - the sleep hormone
Melatonin resets our internal body clocks, making it a very useful supplement for shift workers and travellers suffering from jet lag and is also sometimes used to treat Seasonal Affective Disorder or SAD.
- Corydalis
Corydalis is a sedative herb that addresses insomnia that stems from nervousness, agitation, depression or anxiety.
- Passion Flower
Passion flower or Passiflora Incarnata, is a native of North America and is a naturally grown medicinal herb, which is approved by the German Commission E in the treatment of insomnia and nervousness.
Some herbalists find passiflora especially good for when worry and an overactive mind interferes with sleep.
- Homeopathy, good for short term insomnia
Homeopathic remedies work best for treating short term insomnia. Take according to accompanying symptom and avoid minty toothpaste.
- Aromatherapy, essential oils to realax
Aromatherapy is the use of essential oils to relieve stress, promote relaxation and induce sleep, the most common ones being chamomile and lavender.
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