It seems as though I hit upon a hot topic with regards to needing a peaceful nights rest! I thought I would do a follow up post regarding herbal treatments for insomnia. There are three herbs that I would like to discuss and these can all be bought inexpensively at Mountain Rose Herbs.
It is important to note, though, that if you suffer from insomnia, you should try to identify the underlying cause, such as stress, hormones, lifestyle, or a medical issue, so that you can make the needed changes and find the appropriate herb or oil to help you in the interm. I do recommend rotating herbs and taking breaks from herbal treatments. Too much of anything is not a good thing.
Chamomile - this is a standard treatment for insomnia. You can make an easy brew to drink 45 minutes before bedtime by placing one teaspoon of herb to steep in 1 cup of hot water for 15 minutes.
Valerian Root - valerian is an herb that many use to treat insomnia. It's a strong herb and one that I would recommend rotating frequently. This is brewed differently than your typical tea. A decoction is made of this root by taking 1 teaspoon and pouring a cup of cold water over it and letting it sit all day. Drink 45 minutes before bed.
Lemon Balm - this herb is great for helping you to relax, so if stress is contributing to your insomnia, you may want to give this herb a try. Take one teaspoon of herb and pour 1 cup of hot water over it, letting it sit for 15 minutes. Drink 45 minutes before bed.
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