Do herbs really work to help people sleep? Which ones if so?

Question

I have tried everything. Is there anything natural or even non-natural that will help me sleep?

Answer 1

I answered a question on insomnia a little while back. The link is below.

Further, you could try taking about 1000 mg of Calcium with about 200 - 300 mg of vitamin B1 to help you sleep.

Alternatively, you could have a mug of Chai tea (the syrup one is best) made with warm milk. Im nodding off in about 20 minutes. :)

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Answer 2

I have heard that melatonin will help. Also the herb valerian, although I have never tried either of them. Some people say chamomille tea is good as well. I've experienced insomnia myself in the past and it is so frustrating. I hope you can find something that works for you!

Answer 3

Try valerian. You can get it at your local chemist, without a prescription (just like getting vitamin C and any other vitamin). It's totally natural and helps me overcome insomnia when I have it. Your chemist will probably be able to help you.

As for drug therapy if the valerian doesn't work, your GP will probably prescribe a very low dose of Temazepam (a drug that doctors use to help the patient relax prior to surgery).

Answer 4

A little tea mix I found on the shelf of teas has chamomile. If you see a picture of a bear with a night cap and gown, snoring sleepily, on the box, that's the one I used.

Answer 5

I dont know about herbs, but try drinking some honey. It helps for me

Answer 6

Chamomile tea.

Try using essential oils - some are soothing and relaxing. Lavender's my favourite! I used to grow a bush of it and a whiff of it smelt so relaxing

Answer 7

I take melatonin , it works well for me.I take one about half an hour before i lie down.it's not addictive ,and it doesn't make you groggy when you wake up;)