I go on holiday on the 16th July and always have dreadful trouble sleeping in strange places (i take things like my own pillow to try to help, but it doesn't).
Could i get away with drinking alcohol during the day (up to 2 hours before bed) then drink at least a pint of water and take a herbal sleeping aid? would it be safe?
Plus i can't swallow tablets (i even struggle with really tiny ones. i normally crush them, i noticed you can't do this to kalms) is there any herbal sleeping tablets i CAN crush? plus what about tea's or syrup? are there any and are they any good? help!
2006-06-27 05:18:42 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Alternative Medicine
This depends on a lot of factors.
You need to look at the ingredients in the sleeping aid and check them for reactions with alcohol or any other medication you might be taking. One excellent site is www.healthyhealing.com.
I would recommend refraining from much alcohol use as it can contribute to your feelings of anxiety and agitation.
Many herbs can be obtained in an extract (liquid) form either with alcohol as the agent or glycerine. You might want to investigate that option as well. I used CalmChild by Planetary Formulas when my children used to have trouble because they would get wound up once in a while.
Other suggestions:
Try and set as much of a routine as you can ... even if you travel on your holidays ... get up at the same time eat at the same time, go to sleep... try and stay as close to normal home as possible.
Maybe incorporate a nighttime tea time into your routine. There are many herbal teas which can be calming. (stay away from black teas which contain caffeine if you have issues with caffeine). A nice cup of tea and a book or magazine can help relax your mind to let you drift away.
Look into the possibility of a relaxation tape or CD you could bring with you. Test it out before you go.
Investigate whether you MIGHT (keyword might) be able to use melatonin or 5-HTP to help. Lack of Serotonin can cause sleep issues.
Get alot of physical movement -- walk, ride a bike, etc and be outside.
Get sun (but stay protected).
hope this helps.
best
cez
2006-06-27 05:30:18 · answer #1 · answered by cezzium 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
There is not enough evidence to support the consumption of alcohol with herbal medications to be safe.using the same routine you use at home may help. Take 25-50mg of liquid benadryl without alcohol may help. Eating a high carbohydrate supper or food rich in tryptophan help some(like tuna or turkey). Read a book prior to sleeping. Regular exercise helps. Use your good judgment
2006-07-10 18:14:33 · answer #2 · answered by firestarter 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your problem is experienced by many and you need not afraid of.
Nobody should drink alcohol during the day. You can have it with or before dinner. Two hours after dinner you can have a glass of milk with some good dry fruits.
You should avoid too much water. It can spoil your sleep.
2006-06-27 05:56:20 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Valerian, hops, kava-kava, passionflower and skullcap are herbs and are known to cause relaxation and ease tension. Some herbs work better than others on people. Melatonin is a hormone. If your body is not lacking melatonin, taking tables won't have much effect on sleep. 5HPT is a precursor the the neurotransmitter serotonin, which controls your mood and sleep. Some foods like pork, turkey and cheddar cheese contain tryptophan, which first converts to 5HTP, which then converts to serotonin.
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2016-12-19 22:36:40 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
no you should not drink and take the herbal sleeping aid. Drink a cup of non-decaf. tea instead. Turn on some lite music and nighty night.
2006-06-27 05:21:56 · answer #6 · answered by hummingbird 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I can't swallow tablets either. Try chewing up a cracker and putting the pill in your mouth with the food. This fools your throat because you cannot feel the pill even when it is whole.
2006-07-09 20:46:31 · answer #7 · answered by Barbie Dix 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
alcohol and any kind of med whether it be perscribed or over the counter should not i repeat not taken with alcohol. even drinking a pint of water is still going to leave the alcohol in your system.
2006-07-10 14:09:06 · answer #8 · answered by granny 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi,
use this safety checker to look up the herbs you are using to help you sleep ...
http://www.solgar.co.uk/healthnotes/healthnotes.asp?org=boots&ContentID=2421006
One thought though ...
Many herbs are prepared as a tincture ... which is the herb soaked in alcohol!!!!!
Enjoy your holiday,
Regards,
2006-06-27 21:24:07 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tea helps me fall asleep faster so you should try it but make sure it's a kind of tea with no cafeine in it. I suggest you make your own tea with herbs such as mint and others.
2006-06-27 09:47:21 · answer #10 · answered by svenskfiolspel 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋