[color=#006600][/color]ARE YOU HAVING DIFFICULTIES IN GETTING A GOOD NIGHT SLEEP? ARE YOU STILL TAKING VALLIUM & OTHER SYNTHETIC SEDATIVES?
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At Swissgarde we provide you with herbal remedies that helps you relax and get a good night sleep without any side effects.
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Sleep is one of the most deeply healing and revitalizing experiences known. When we can get enough restful sleep each night, the entire world looks brighter.
Insomnia is a lack of healthful, restful sleep and is a common problem experienced by as many as 20% to 30% of American adults at various times in their lives.
CAUSES OF INSOMNIA
Today, it is recognized as a disease which is produced by a wide variety of causative factors, including:
- emotional disorders
- upset, physical imbalances
- age
- environmental factors
- the loss of a loved one or a divorce
- Loud unaccustomed noises during the night such as barking dogs or sirens
- biological rhythm upsets such as changing one’s working schedule to the night shift
- stimulating drugs like coffee or amphetamines, all of which contribute to and intensify insomnia.
Insomnia can be based on or aggravated by a neurotransmitter imbalance. Neurotransmitters are chemicals that allow nerve impulses to travel from one nerve cell to another, and include serotonin, acetylcholine, GABA, and the sex hormones testosterone and estrogen.
Sleep disorders and such symptoms as depression are especially linked with an imbalance in the neurotransmitter serotonin. Serotonin is manufactured by the body from the amino acid
LIFESTYLE CHANGES
Holistic treatment for insomnia is multifaceted and incorporates many techniques including herbal medicine, vitamin and mineral supplements, lifestyle changes, improved sleep hygiene, massage therapy, behavioral therapy, meditation, diet, exercise, hypnosis, acupuncture, relaxation, guided imagery, and homeopathy.
Sleep Hygiene
Maintain a regular sleep schedule. Arise at a specific hour each morning, regardless of the previous night’s sleep to help set your biological clock.
Regular exercise
Exercising regularly helps deepen sleep; however, strenuous exercise should be completed three-four hours before going to bed.
Lifestyle Changes
Arrange the bedroom so that it is a comfortable setting. Insulate it against sound and light by using carpets and curtains; ear plugs and eye masks may be helpful.
Keep the room at a cool to moderate temperature. Excessive heat disturbs sleep.
Avoid liquids before going to sleep to minimize nighttime trips to the bathroom. If liquids are not a problem, try drinking a small hot beverage (dairy, rice, or soy milk) at bedtime.
Avoid alcohol, tobacco, and caffeinated beverages (especially in the evening). Note: Although alcohol may help a person fall asleep, it causes subsequent sleep to be fragmented.
As far as possible, work out family or job related problems before going to sleep.Use the bedroom for sleeping and sexual activity only. If you can’t fall asleep, don’t get angry at yourself; get up, leave the room, and engage in another activity like reading or stretching.
Try a relaxation technique, such as, biofeedback, meditation, yoga, progressive muscle relaxation, or massage to prepare the mind and body for sleep.(Adapted from Rakel, 1996)Some of the major herbs for insomnia are discussed below.
HERBAL REMEDIES
Herbs and foods high in tryptophan that help restore proper serotonin levels in the brain are St. John’s wort, quinoa, spirulina, and soy protein.
The following herbs can be used during the day, or try using 20-30 minutes before bedtime.
CHAMOMILE (ANTHEMIS NOBILIS)
Chamomile is a time-honored sedative herb which can be safely used by children and adults alike.
Chamomile oil can also be put in bath water (5-6 drops) to soothe overwrought nerves, diluted to 2% to make an excellent massage oil, or used as an inhalant.
Dose: Tea, 1 cup 2-3 x daily; Tincture, 30 drops 3 x daily.
LAVENDER (LAVANDULA OFFICINALIS):
Lavender is a gentle strengthening tonic for the nervous system. A few drops of lavender oil added to a bath before bedtime are recommended for persons with sleep disorders. Additionally, the oil may be used as a compress or massage oil or simply inhaled to alleviate insomnia.
Dose: Tea, 1 cup 2-3 x daily; Essential oil–oil may be inhaled, massaged into the skin (use 10 drops essential oil per ounce of vegetable oil), or added to baths (3-10 drops).
PASSION FLOWER (PASSIFLORA INCARNATA):
Herbalists consider passion flower an important herb for insomnia caused by mental worry, overwork, or nervous exhaustion.
It is an excellent sedative with no side effects even when used in large doses.
Dose: Tea, 1 cup 3 x daily; Tincture, 30-60 drops 3-4 x daily.
WILD LETTUCE (LACTUCA VIROSA):
Wild lettuce is a mild sedative and nervine used for restlessness and insomnia. It may be found in a variety of formulas for the treatment of acute and chronic insomnia.
It is used homeopathically for restlessness and insomnia (Boericke, 1927). Because of its safety of use and calming effects, wild lettuce is a good children’s remedy.Dose: Tincture, 2-3 drpfls 3-4 x daily.
ST. JOHN’S WORT (HYPERICUM PERFORATUM):
This common yellow-flowered weedy herb from Europe is quickly becoming an important part of modern herbal therapeutics. It has a long history of use dating back to ancient Greek times.
Modern scientific studies show that it can help relieve chronic insomnia and mild depression when related to certain brain chemistry imbalances.
Dose: Tincture, 1/2 to 1 teaspoon 2-3 x daily; powdered extract, 1-2 tablets or capsules 2-3 x daily. Allow 2-3 weeks for the full therapeutic effect to develop.
MELATONIN:
Melatonin is a human hormone that is increasingly popular as a supplement to promote sound sleep, especially in people who travel between time zones or who work odd hours. People report mixed success with this product; some people find real benefit and others feel nothing from its use, while a smaller percentage of users experience side effects such as nervousness and increased insomnia.
GOOD NEWS: Swissgarde Night time Tea contains Chamomile and Lavender.
40 plus for women contains St. John's Wort and Soy protein.
40 plus for men contains Soy protein.
For Sleeplessness or Insomnia: I recommend a combination of 2 or 3 supplements: Night Time Tea, 40 plus for men or women. You can add neurotransmitters such as Cal C Mag, Omega plus or Stress Active.
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