How to Develop Your Own Insomnia Remedy

At times almost everyone experiences a bad night of sleep. If, however, happens to you more than twice a week you may have a common sleep disorder called insomnia. Instead of spending hundreds of dollars on insomnia remedies that may or may not work, develop you own natural insomnia remedy, all from the comforts of your house.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• A Plan
• English Lavender or Chamomile (optional)

1. Control Your Diet - One of the main deterrents to getting a good night's sleep is what you are putting into your body during the day. Caffeine should be avoided after 3pm. Since sweets affect your blood sugar levels you should avoid any foods that contain sugar after 7pm. As your blood sugar levels fall throughout the night, your sleep can be negatively affected.

2. Exercise - The human body is extremely prone to muscle tension and stress. Performing some type of exercise four to five times per week has been proven to promote deeper sleep levels. Be sure to avoid exercise close to bedtime, as this can increase your adrenaline levels which can hamper your sleep efforts.

3. Let there be light - Exposing your body to more light during the day has been shown to help people stay asleep for longer periods during the night. The human body is an amazing machine and utilizing a natural insomnia remedy tends to work best.

4. Try Aromatherapy - Many people have been helped by trying aromatherapy. Using pleasant scents, such as English lavender and Chamomile, can help you relax due to the sedative qualities found in the plant. To use it, simply place the plant around your pillow before you go to bed.

Tips & Warnings

• Aromatherapy typically works better for women than for men
• It may take a few days for you to notice the effects of cutting out caffeine and sugar from your diet
• Exercise is the best insomnia remedy available. Muscle tension and stress truly hampers your ability to get a great night of sleep

[showpup]

on 12/19/2008 My husband is a true insomniac. Thank you for the advice. I hadn't heard of #3 before. Will try to be more conscience of it in the future. 5 stars

[amberdawn]

on 11/15/2008 Great ideas, I've noticed in myself that I can't have coffee after 3pm. And exercise really helps. 5*

[derbyka]

on 11/14/2008 These are all tried and true methods. I can attest to them all. The hard part, however, is actually doing them!

[thesquirrelymom]

on 10/23/2008 This is interesting info, thanks.