Sleep!!!

[nomorepanic]

Does anyone know of any good HERBAL/HOMEOPATHIC remedies to help me sleep?

I find it hard to fall asleep and then I wake up all night.

I have tried some with Valerian in but wondered if anyone has any others that work well.

Cheers

Nicola

[Meg]

Hi Nic,

Valariun tincture is better than the tablets
Passiflora tincture is also good.

Melatonin is superb but not available freely in the UK - but if you've got friends in the USA it's used widely for jet lag.

Lavender oil near pillow, warm milk , white noise etc

If you wake up - relaxation tape, then go through your usual bedtime routine again..

It's so hot recently that I think most of us are having fitful sleep at present. I guess it depends on whether you're waking anxious and panicy or just waking .

Good luck and Sweet Dreams.

[nomorepanic]

Thanks radar - will look into them.

I have never slept well to be honest - the doc put me on anti-depressants for it 2 years ago and they made me feel 10 times worse so i came off them.

My mum told me about melatonin - is it natural/herbal? I can probably buy it from some dodgy web site - lol

I have so much lavender in the room - doesn't seem to work for me though.

I am just waking up and the slightest noise wakes me - like the cats or Alex breathing - lol.

I will try some of the above.

Cheers for the reply

Nic
x

[Meg]

If all else fails and it's noise related - bikers ear plugs do wonders !!

[Shelley]

Nic

I had another session with my hynotherapist last night and she actually specialises in insomnia (asked on behalf of a friend) - a session of hypnotherapy might help - if all else fails I actually videoed the golf coz it made me nod off one day and I put it on if I cant sleep, it's that boring I cant help but nod off, I'm being serious here an all

x

Shell

[nomorepanic]

Hi Shell.

I think the last time I went to Hypnotherapy for several sessions (over 2 years ago) she did a bit to help me sleep but I can't honestly remember whether it worked or not. Perhaps I could try again.

I have tried watching TV to make me sleep but I just get involved with it and the noise keeps me awake anyway.

Nic

[alexiussooty]

Hi Nic:

Melatonin is a naturally occurring hormone produced by an Endocrine gland in the brain called the Pineal gland. Most Melatonin sold is artificially produced or comes from animals (YUK)! That said it is known to promote better sleep. Scientists have been unable to define exactly what Melatonin actually does but it is produced in large quantities before and during sleep. During the day the amount of Melatonin produced by the body is very small. So small in fact that it is virtually undetectable. In America Melatonin is sold as a food supplement but you would have to check its status here. I am fairly sure that it can be brought in the UK though. Many Americans swear by it although some scientists have their doubts about it. I know in this country there has been some controversy over its use but that is about all I know.

Regards:

Nick.

[Joanne]

Nic,

Valerian didn't work atall for me. In fact- it gave me quite visual dreams. I think I drift off better after being very active in the day- i.e...done alot of walking/ exercised. I also avoid caffiene, even tea. I try not to eat after 7 pm, but I usually end up grabbing a snack.:-s
I still rely on a night cap to help me sleep- but I know this isn't good. I actually felt a bit calmer with a fan on recently. The whirr broke the silence a bit. My friend has kava kava before bedtime- she swears by it.
Good luck, Nic. My only other recommendation is co-op's Argentine Malbec(red). 13.5%. ( works for me) :-/

[Shelley]

Joanne,

Please dont take this the wrong way, but drinking to go to sleep is probably making you feel worse and more susceptible to anxiety the next day :-(, not to sound a know it all but I did it for few (quite a few) months - I find a good relaxation tape and good workout at the gym really helps - also I have cut out coffee & tea with caffeen in them and to be honest I havent missed them one bit in fact I would say my health has improved since I have not been having 100's of cups of coffee loaded with nasty caffeen

Shell

Shell

[Joanne]

quote:Originally posted by Shelley

Joanne,

Please dont take this the wrong way, but drinking to go to sleep is probably making you feel worse and more susceptible to anxiety the next day :-(, not to sound a know it all but I did it for few (quite a few) months - I find a good relaxation tape and good workout at the gym really

Don't worry, Shell,it's ok.
unfortunately I know what I should be doing - but alas It's finding the motivation and determination to do it.
I feel tired and irritable during the day- and I do feel more anxious. But then night comes and the cycle starts again. I have spoken to a few people- and I am going to tackle this.
I move into my new house in 2 weeks- so I am going to get my room done out to help me get a good night sleep. My problem is quite severe anxiety at bedtimes- I am actually scared to go up to bed! I'm going to try a tv and night lights.... maybe the radio too.
Any suggestions?

Joanne x