A friend of mine has a lot of problems with staying asleep. He can only sleep about 3, 4 or 5 hours before waking up. He has had this problem a while. But he doesn't want to take sleeping pills. Does anyone know a remedy?
2006-10-06 19:27:34 · 9 answers · asked by Art Girl 2 in Health ➔ Other - Health
he must be having insomnia;;;
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2006-10-07 00:29:49 · answer #1 · answered by lii t 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sometimes our bodies clock gets of track, and we can not sleep. I have had the problem for a long time. I usually sleep 5-6 hours a night. I was taking melatonin with is supposed to regulate our bodies natural clockwork. I know several people that did do it successfully. I just never kept taking the pills long enough to get results.
2006-10-06 20:36:16 · answer #2 · answered by perrisgal 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a lot of trouble sleeping, also. Some things I have found that help:
Valerian root and/or melatonin (these are herbs/supplements available over the counter) Melatonin is essential in telling your body it is time to sleep.
Meditation - just a simple (non-hokey ; ) meditation will tell your body and mind it is time to quiet and rest.
Watch what you eat and when - it's best not to eat too close to bedtime (unless he wakes because he is hungry). Certain foods can affect him in different ways and interrupt his sleep.
Good exercise - exercising (not *just* before bed) will both use up some energy that may be waking him up and help balance your system. I specifically suggest yoga. It really is not too demanding.
2006-10-06 19:49:36 · answer #3 · answered by Phoenix, Wise Guru 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The synthetic mild from the pc monitor (or even your cell) can minimize melatonin (the sleep hormone) creation to your frame. Try taking a melatonin suppliment. I take 1mg melatonin on nights that I cannot sleep and it really works like a attraction! The handiest downfall to taking melatonin is if you are taking it each night time your frame gets used to it and you'll need to expand how a lot you are taking. I attempt to handiest take it sometimes. I additionally love sizzling tea containing camomile to support me chill out. Sleepy Time Tea with honey is individual. :)
2016-08-29 06:40:44 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Insomnia (sleeplessness) is due to stress, dietary and medical
problems. By making small lifestyle changes like having a fixed
daily routine, relaxing and eating properly, insomnia can be
cured. I found the information at http://tinyurl.com/jfzpz useful
for getting sleep.
2006-10-06 21:33:44 · answer #5 · answered by PAPU 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
remedy #1 - before bed, fill glass with sunny delight OJ, heat it in Microwave to good and warm, ( I know it sounds nasty,) but drink it all and see if that helps,, it does me, Remedy #2 - While taking a Very Hot shower, turn back to shower head and then pop open that very cold beer you brought with you, and drink it all at once if you can,, then get ready for a nap
2006-10-06 19:41:10 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Is he overeating before going to bed? Is he drinking caffeine in the afternoon? Is he worried about something?
2006-10-06 19:30:57 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have him go see a doctor that deals with sleep disorders.
2006-10-06 19:35:46 · answer #8 · answered by orlin 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i think it's caused by stress
2006-10-06 19:36:11 · answer #9 · answered by Cathy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋