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The Natural Way to Treat Sleeping Disorders
Do you have a sleep disorder? Dont worry. There is going to be no more tossing and turning. No more staring at the ceiling. No more counting sheep or watching late-night television because the good news is that your disorder can be cured easily. Treatments include over-the-counter medication, homeopathic medicines, herbal remedies, acupuncture and acupressure. You should determine what treatment would suit you best. When treating a sleep disorder, it has been found that people prefer to use natural or alternative forms of medicines rather than using conventional pharmaceutical treatments.
Herbal remedies are in fact quite popular as a treatment for sleeping disorders, and the reason that so many herbs are considered beneficial and effective in the treating of sleeping disorders is that herbs are synergetic. In other words, they work on one particular problem, and by relieving that one problem they actually improve the entire functioning of the body, and thus help to lead to other benefits such as that of better sleep. Valerian, a popular herb, has been used as a sleep aid for over 1,000 years. Its ability to help relax the central nervous system, promote feelings of calm, decrease levels of anxiety and stress and enhance sleep are known to millions the world over. Unlike some prescription sleep aids, valerian is not known to cause morning grogginess and is non-addictive. Kava kava is recognized for the ability to produce relaxation without the loss of mental sharpness. It is traditionally consumed as an herbal tea, and the plant may also be chewed as part of preparing kava; this will affect the final product due to the enzymes that can be found in saliva. In the western world, kava kava is used as an herbal remedy to ease the symptoms of stress, anxiety and depression. Other popular herbs that improve sleep quality include hops and lemon balm. Passion flower and chamomile are usually taken in the form of herbal tea or tablets to help induce sleep when sleep is disturbed by night sweats. Chamomile tea comprised of the dried flowers and leaves of this common plant can be sipped half an hour before going to bed as a convenient and effective sleep aid. It is especially helpful for mild or transient insomnia. Lavender oil has been demonstrated to depress the central nervous system in a way comparable to hypnotics or tranquilizers. Most commonly used in aromatherapeutic preparations, lavender oil can be applied topically to relax the muscles or its aroma may be inhaled for a calming effect. Lavender tea before bedtime is also useful. There is also black cohosh, which is supposed to be relaxing and eases pain such as that which arises from neuralgia. Boneset, which is supposed to help calm the nerves, has also been known to cause nausea in users. California poppy has a long history of use as an insomnia treatment. Unlike its cousin, the Opium poppy, California poppy does not contain the narcotic morphine, though their structures are similar. California poppy can apparently help ease anxiety and the nervousness that can cause sleeplessness. Honey is said to have sleep inducing properties. Dark honey contains more antioxidants than light-colored honey. It can be used in herbal teas or mixed into warm milk.
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