Comments on: What Could I Take Tohave A Good Night Sleep?

By: Shan

Shan — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 23:38:51 +0000

Put your mind in a position where it wants to shut itself off, and sleep. See insomnia treatments, in much more detail than can be included here, in section 3, at ezy build, below. Use one of the relaxation methods, in bed, after lights out, on pages 2, 11, 2.c, or 2.i, but they can take some time to learn, (progressive muscular relaxation excepted) so learn and become proficient in their use during the day; an alternative is to use the EFT, in section 53, and pages 2.q, and 2.o, saying to yourself: “Even though I currently have a sleep disorder, I deeply and completely accept myself.” (or choose your own wording) while you use the acupressure tapping. Some more; quick, and easy to learn, are at http://www.umm.edu/sleep/relax_tech.htm I have not yet evaluated them, but they seem to be worthwhile trying, and I like to provide options.
Find out which works best for you, in the daylight hours, so you will be prepared, come bedtime. For many people, a good idea is to develop a set “wind down” routine for the last hour before bedtime, so your subconscious mind learns that it is time to put thinking aside, and prepare for mindfulness, (awareness, without cogitation/purposeful thought) or the EFT, in preparation for sleep, but the idea with mindfulness is to not even think about sleeping: just drift off, naturally, during exercising those techniques. I suggest that you try using the EMDR variant, below, prior to the mindfulness, or the progressive muscular relaxation, but after the EFT, if that method is chosen. Experiment, to find which combination works best.
(The following is a variant of EMDR therapy, which has been used successfully for those people suffering from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, insomnia, and anxiety: it is easily learned, quick to use, yet can be very effective. It is easy to be dismissive of such a seemingly unusual technique, but give it a good tryout, for at least a few weeks, to see if it is effective in your case.). Prior to using either of the methods in the above paragraph, first sit comfortably, and take a deep breath. Then, without moving your head, move your eyes from the left, to the right, and back again, taking around a second to do so (say: “a thousand and one”: this takes approximately a second). Repeat this procedure (without the words, although you can count, subvocally, if you like) 20 times. Then close your eyes and relax. Become aware of any tension or discomfort you feel.
Then open your eyes, and take another deep breath, and repeat step one, closing your eyes, and relaxing afterwards, in the same manner. Then, repeat the procedure one last time. Some people may find that this is all they need do. With experience, you may find that you can practise this with your eyes closed. Experience has taught me that the 2 – 3 minutes spent using the EMDR markedly reduces distractions to the relaxation process, and is repaid many times over. I have a cup of chamomile herbal tea, an hour before bedtime, and use the above techniques. Others may prefer Sleepytime, by Celestial Seasonings, or valerian root, from supermarket tea, or health food aisles. http://www.ezy-build.net.nz/~shaneris
Take 4 Omega 3 fish oil supplements, daily. They should be certified as being free of mercury, and if containing vitamin E, it should be shown as from a natural source; otherwise it is synthetic: avoid it! Consume with an orange, grapefruit, or their freshly squeezed juice, or another good antioxidant. Consider taking a 100% natural vitamin B complex, daily.
Drink 2 – 4 cups of green tea, daily: preferably honey/lemon ginseng, from Celestial Seasonings: supermarket tea, or health food aisles. As with all herbal/green teas, use lemon/lime, and/or a little sweetener (NOT ARTIFICIAL!!!) but no cream, or milk. Exercise daily.
Xylitol is preferable, (health food stores) or fruit sugar (fructose, such as “Fruisana”, from supermarket sugar aisles) or even a little honey, because these will reduce “sugar spikes”, which later deplete you of energy. Ginseng reputedly boost energy levels. Have a high protein breakfast of fish, or scrambled eggs and possibly bacon (these provide a lasting energy boost: no carbohydrates for 2 hrs, or extremely little. Eat in accordance with your “nutritional type”:- enter that term in the searchbar at http://www.mercola.com
Minimise/eliminate consumption of highly processed foods, particularly grain products, such as white bread, donuts, cake, cookies/biscuits, or anything with sugar. Opt for more wholefoods, non-starchy vegetables (especially broccoli, and spinach, with lemon, or vinegar), and fruit. Have a medical checkup, (thyroid function, adrenals, etc.) including blood tests, for low iron levels. Many people in Western countries are lacking in minerals, such as zinc, magnesium, and calcium, so it is a good idea to have those levels checked as well.

By: Kiara

Kiara — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 18:16:00 +0000

I can recommend you MELATONIN.
I’ve been using it, it’s completely natural. It’s really good. check this sites. Good luck!
MELATIONIN FOR SLEEP
Normal Melatonin Peaks
Melatonin is a natural sleep-inducing agent. Because daylight reduces melatonin production, blood levels of melatonin are usually high at night and low during the day. Artificial light reduces melatonin production. Shift-workers who sleep in darkened rooms with their eyes closed can increase melatonin production during daylight hours. For people who sleep “normal hours”, natural melatonin production peaks between 2 am and 4 am, with the peaks becoming smaller with advancing age after early childhood.
The Benefits of a Melatonin Sleep Aid
Those in tune with nature and the human body will say that we are born equipped with all of the healing properties we will need in life. What isn’t produced within our bodies can be supplemented through natural, safe means. Whether or not you agree with this philosophy, there is no doubting the incredibly beneficial features of a melatonin sleep aid. In order to understand why this substance, already produced in the body, is so helpful for eliminating insomnia and other sleep problems, you have to know a little about it and where to get it.
where it is produced and its function
added benefits
melatonin as a sleep aid
One of the major reasons melatonin is considered an all natural sleep aid is because this substance is produced in the pineal gland located in the brain. When the eyes send the message to the brain that darkness is falling, the pineal gland releases melatonin. It is responsible for regulating our wake and sleep cycles. No one is sure why, but studies suggest that older people may not produce as much melatonin as they did when they were younger and this may be the leading cause of insomnia in older adults. That definitely doesn’t mean that younger people can’t be affected as well. Using a product containing melatonin is a great way to aid natural sleep.
In addition to being a non addictive sleep aid, a melatonin sleep aid may have other healthy benefits as well. Recent studies have suggested that people who use this type of product find beneficial results in an overall feeling of wellness and it is thought it might strengthen the immune system and reduce the number of free radicals hanging out in the body. Currently there are numerous research projects going on to determine if melatonin can help with delayed sleep disorders and jet lag. In the future this research could prove to be very helpful to a lot of people with those conditions.
If you want to use a melatonin supplement to help you sleep at night, the key thing to look for is a natural sleeping aid. Check the ingredient label to be sure you aren’t taking any man made chemicals into your body and to be sure that it does indeed contain melatonin.
A melatonin sleep aid could be the difference between a healthy night sleep and a drug induced one. As a nighttime sleep aid, consider using the all natural product Sleep So Good instead of one of the potentially habit forming over the counter or prescription sleep aids.

By: Radnick

Radnick — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 16:46:25 +0000

I have sleeping problems myself and drinking a good glass of warm milk before going to bed usually do it.Their is also some “natural” med-like pills you can take wich are created only with naturals herbs.
Hope that helps

By: Kaitlin

Kaitlin — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 16:05:30 +0000

I take non-perscription melatonin strips. Theyre over the counter, herbal strips (come in pills too) that relax you throught the night and lets you get a goodnight sleep. And it is organic because it’s a chemical naturally found in your body!

By: Skippy

Skippy — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 13:36:14 +0000

Have your meds for depression been looked at lately? Sometimes a change of medication might be in order.
Be careful with herbals if you are taking rx meds, they are not always safe.
You could try a warm bath and some warm milk before bed, and try reading a really boring book, or watch the shopping channel. Helps me