Things You'll Need:
- Computer with Internet access
- Money for herbal supplements and/or holistic treatments
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Step 1
Understand the root of your insomnia. It's often caused by anxiety or depression. Once you understand the root cause, you can treat the cause rather than the symptom, or your insomnia.
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Step 2
Use an anti-anxiety herb, like kava, to treat insomnia caused by stress and anxiety. Kava is most often taken in a tea.
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Step 3
Help yourself doze off to sleep with Valerian root. This natural substance can help you fall and stay asleep.
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Step 4
Opt for chamomile to help you fall asleep. Chamomile is FDA-approved and has no side effects. There are a wide variety of chamomile teas on the market, sold in health food stores and chain grocery stores.
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Step 5
Use melatonin supplements to help you sleep. Melatonin is a hormone produced in humans, animals and plants.
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Step 6
Avoid caffeinated drinks for 4 to 5 hours before bed. Don't drink soft drinks that contain high levels of caffeine or coffee and some black teas.
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Step 1
Use relaxation methods to let go of your anxiety and stress. Massage therapy is a great way of achieving relaxation. Other tricks and tips can be found at MedicineNet.com (see Resources below).
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Step 2
Meditate at night to ease your mind and find balance within yourself. An overactive mind can lead to restless sleep or no sleep at all. Meditation can also help bring equilibrium to your body, mind and soul.
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Step 3
Practice a low-impact exercise such as yoga or tai chi. Learn more about tai chi at MayoClinic.com (see Resources below).
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Step 4
Use acupressure as an alternative treatment for insomnia. Acupressure involves applying pressure to specific points on the body in order to stimulate the body's natural healing properties. You can visit an acupressure practitioner, or use the information at the "Holistic Health Tools" Web site (see Resources below).
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Step 5
Remember to practice holistic medicine with an open mind. This will help you benefit far more from the treatments you receive.










Comments
tomgilman said
on 7/15/2008 Another way to treat insomnia through relaxation is with a product called NightWave Sleep Assistant. Check it out on www.nightwave.com, or on Amazon.com
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