How to Use Herbal Tea to Fall Asleep

Herbal teas have traditionally been used to fall asleep. Two herbal teas commonly used to induce sleep are Valerian and Chamomile.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. To make herbal tea put 1 teaspoon of an herb in a brewing basket or strainer. Pour a cup of boiling water over the herb and allow it to stand for 10 or more minutes. Remove the herb and enjoy the herbal tea.

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   Chamomile is derived from a flowering perennial plant. It is often used to make herbal tea for treating stomach sickness, irritability and as a mild sedative. It is a main ingredient in Celestial Seasonings "Sleepytime" tea for good reason.

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   Valerian also comes from a flowering perennial plant. is a natural herbal sedative sold in most health food stores. It is also commonly used in treating anxiety and as a muscle relaxer.

4. Do not use black tea for the purpose of falling asleep faster. Black tea contains more caffeine and can interfere with your ability to sleep.

[captaincrispy]

on 10/11/2009 Great tips! Herbal tea is such a nice thing to have before bed.

[FrazzledNanny]

on 3/23/2009 Thanks for the helpful tips on falling asleep. 5*

[mom2manyboyz]

on 2/16/2009 Thanks for the idea to use herbal tea to fall asleep faster.

[heatherschulte]

on 2/12/2009 Thank you for this article. I had not thought of herbal tea for falling asleep faster!