Insomnia
- Helpful Herbs, treatments and recommended Herbal Remedies.
Helpful
Herbs | Herbal Remedies
What
is insomnia?
Insomnia,
or the inability to fall or remain asleep can take many different forms
and has multiple causes.
Some people struggle to fall asleep at night (initial insomnia),
while others wake in the middle of the night for no particular reason and
struggle to fall asleep again (middle insomnia).
Many
people suffering from depression find themselves awake in
the early hours of the morning, long before they need to get up (terminal
insomnia). Insomnia may also be chronic (nearly
every night) or intermittent (occasional insomnia).
It
is estimated that over 35 million Americans suffer from
some sort of insomnia.
While
we all have occasional nights when we struggle to fall asleep, nothing can
describe the frustration of struggling to go to sleep night after night!
Medical science recognizes the strong association between
good health and good quality sleep.
Unfortunately,
due to lack of understanding and limited time, many conventional doctors
do not take the time to investigate what the cause of a sleep disturbance
might be and simply write out a prescription and send the patient on his
or her way.
What
causes insomnia?
There
are many potential causes of insomnia, including sleep
apnea, snoring, bladder or prostate problems, stress or depression.
People
who are over 60 years old and women going through the menopause are more
prone to insomnia, probably due to decreased levels of
melatonin in the brain.
Other
causes of insomnia include 'restless legs' syndrome,
magnesium or iron deficiency, hormonal imbalance, shift work and excessive
consumption of caffeine or other stimulants.
Insomnia
is also a side effect of some prescription
anti-depressant medication.
In order to understand the causes of true insomnia, we need to
have a look at how the sleep cycle works.
The
amino acid L-tryptophan (found naturally in certain foods) is used in the
manufacture of a neurotransmitter called serotonin.
Serotonin,
in turn, is transformed into melatonin by the pineal
gland in the brain. The pineal gland only becomes active after dark. By
regulating levels of melatonin, our bodies create the 'sleep-wake cycle'.
Of
course the process is more complex than this and there
are other things that could contribute to sleep problems. However,
sufficient production of serotonin and melatonin is crucial in promoting
and maintaining healthy sleep.
Restoring
healthy sleep the natural way
Because
of limited time and lack of understanding of the natural sleep cycle, many
conventional doctors prescribe strong sleeping tablets
for insomnia like Diazepam (Valium), Lorazapam, Alprazolam, etc.
These
can be highly addictive and if used for more than a week
or two can result in a lifetime of dependence. Using strong drugs to fall
asleep often means that the body's natural sleep cycle is disturbed and
the ability to fall asleep naturally is lost.
The
person often needs to take stronger and stronger medication in order to
fall asleep at night. Grogginess in the morning is not
uncommon
Naturopaths
recognize that sleep is like a barometer. When someone
consistently struggles to sleep, this is a sign that something is wrong
and needs to be investigated.
Perhaps
there are problems at work or in a relationship. Perhaps there is a
depression that needs to be treated. Maybe there is a serotonin or a
magnesium deficiency which needs attention. Maybe there is another
condition which is causing the sleep problem.
Simply
taking strong drugs to fall asleep is not enough and can further
complicate the picture.
The first step, therefore, is always to ask what is causing the insomnia
and try and correct this so that a healthy sleep pattern can be
re-established
The
following Herbs are known to be
helpful in the treatment of Insomnia:
We
Highly
Recommend the following Herbal
Remedies for treatment of Insomnia:
Use
Serenite and MindSoothe if you:
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- Can't
fall asleep at night
- Suffer
from stress which keeps you awake
- Have
difficulty "switching off '' at the end of a busy day
- Cannot
concentrate
- Continually
wake up in the middle of the night or early morning
- Have
stubborn sleep problems or insomnia related to depression
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Safe, Proven and Totally Effective
Serenite
is formulated for adults. For babies and children under 12 years of age
see our Serenite
Jr. formula
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What
about other herbal products like Valerian and L-tryptophan and Melatonin?
Valerian
- is a herb which is often used for insomnia and it can be very effective.
However, we prefer not to make use of Valerian in our remedies. Most
experienced naturopaths are aware of the fact that continued use of
Valerian can worsen or cause depression.
L-triptophan - is not a herbal product. As mentioned
above L-triptophan is a chemical which is natural found in some foods. It
is used by the body to manufacture serotonin and melatonin. That is why L-triptophan
has been used as an aid to sleep and a treatment for depression.
In
the 1980's there was a serious problem of contamination of L-triptophan.
This caused over 40 deaths and more than 2000 people developed a disabling
muscle disorder called eosinophilia-myalgia syndrome (EMS). Although it is
asserted that the problem was temporary and has now been resolved, at
Native Remedies we care for your health and would not like to take a
similar risk!
Melatonin
- because melatonin is a naturally occurring substance in the
body and is directly responsible for inducing sleep, it can be a very
effective aid in the treatment of insomnia.
However, melatonin is either synthetic (called pharmaceutical melatonin)
and therefore not a natural remedy - or it is directly
derived from animal sources, which carries the risk of contamination. It
is not always clear what the source is of the melatonin sold in health
stores.
There has also not been sufficient research on the long term effects of
taking additional melatonin. There are suggestions that regular use could suppress
the body's own production of melatonin, causing a chronic
sleep problem or that taking additional melatonin can have a negative
effect on the immune system, particularly in people who are prone to
auto-immune illnesses like arthritis, lupus, MS, etc.
The
amount of melatonin found in sleep and depression remedies is many times
the amount needed for healthy sleep and no one really knows what the
effects could be in the long term.
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How
will Serenite and MindSoothe help?
Occasional
Insomnia - Use Serenite only
Some
people suffer from occasional insomnia caused by stress or an overactive
mind. This can be very distressing while you struggle to 'switch off'
and fall asleep, knowing that you have to wake up and function in a
couple of hours.
Sometimes
occasional insomnia becomes so bad, that it can develop into chronic
insomnia due to the association between bed and stress.
There
are many herbs which can induce deep relaxation naturally,
thereby helping you to drift off to sleep without strong drugs and
preventing the development of more chronic insomnia.
Serenite Sleep Drops or Capsules contain carefully
selected herbs which have been used for centuries to
promote relaxation and induce a state of drowsiness. If occasional sleep
difficulties are your problem, Serenite is a proven,
100% safe, non-addictive alternative to prescription sleeping pills.
Serenite's
herbal ingredients provide extraordinary calming
properties and act as a tonic for the nervous system, helping you to get
a full night's sleep, awakening refreshed and
revitalized.
Chronic
Insomnia - Use Serenite and MindSoothe
Occasional
insomnia is bad enough! When insomnia becomes chronic and
you find yourself struggling to fall asleep every night, then something additional
is needed to help you to restore healthy sleeping patterns.
Especially
if you wake in the middle of the night or early in the morning and
struggle to fall asleep again, it is possible that your serotonin
or melatonin levels are inadequate.
Research
has shown that chronic insomnia is often linked to low levels of
serotonin in the brain. As indicated above, melatonin, the sleep
hormone, is manufactured directly from serotonin.
Low
levels of serotonin, therefore mean that not enough melatonin will be
produced by the pineal gland, thus causing insomnia.
MindSoothe
is a 100% herbal remedy containing St John's Wort and Passiflora in
therapeutic dosage.
MindSoothe
has been especially formulated by our resident Clinical Psychologist to
safely and effectively combat the symptoms of
depression and insomnia, without the harmful side effects and risk of
addiction associated with some prescription medicines.
Won't
a prescription anti-depressant do the same job?
Of
course this is your choice and can be discussed with your doctor.
However, remember that insomnia may be a side effect of some of the
prescription anti-depressants. Furthermore, clinical trials have
suggested that St John's Wort, one of the ingredients of MindSoothe,
is just as effective as many of the major prescription anti-depressants,
but has far fewer undesirable side effects.
Our
Policy at Native Remedies is to introduce as few foreign chemicals into
the body as possible, especially those that have not been adequately
researched and, as far as possible, to use herbs which have been tried
and tested, clinically and traditionally, to be both highly effective
and safe.
During times of stress and emotional upset, the body uses more serotonin
than it can produce. Without adding anything artificial to the body, MindSoothe
stops the over metabolism of serotonin, allowing it to
naturally return to optimum levels for healthy melatonin production.
Taken
over a 3 - 5 week period, MindSoothe
will therefore restore normal sleep patterns. While MindSoothe
is taking effect, we recommend Serenite capsules or drops,
which can then be discontinued after MindSoothe has
balanced serotonin levels.
Many people have found that their sleep problems disappear
completely after a course of MindSoothe combined with Serenite
and that they are able to once again fall asleep and stay
asleep without the use of any medication at all.
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Is
there anything else I can do to promote healthy sleep?
Of
course there is! Native Remedies promotes the development
of healthy habits and a lifestyle aimed at optimal health, happiness and
body functioning.
Here are some suggestions:
1. If you have problems in your work, your relationships or even rooted in
your childhood, it is important that any intervention include counseling
to help you to make the changes necessary to help you to sleep well again.
Consult
our Clinical Psychologist for an initial assessment. After completing an
easy questionnaire, she will be able to make recommendations as to the
best way to treat your insomnia.
2.
Make sure that you have regular exercise (inactivity is often one of the
causes of insomnia), a healthy diet and regular bedtimes
4.
Avoid stimulants like coffee or tea at least 4 hours before bedtime
5.
Take a good multi-vitamin which includes magnesium and iron
6.
Women going through the menopause often suffer from insomnia. If this
applies to you, a course of MellowPause is recommended to promote female
reproductive health and reduce the unpleasant side effects of menopause
naturally and without artificial hormonal replacement therapy (HRT)
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How
has Serenite helped others?
"If
there is anyone out there that is suffering from insomnia like I have been
for years, I'd like to help them. Please read this. I've
never been a very good sleeper. For the past 2 years, I have been going
through a very stressful time in my life, which has affected my sleeping
problems even more than before. A year and a half ago, my Dr. prescribed
Ambien to help me sleep. It helped me sleep, but also created more
complications for me .I couldn't get out of bed in the morning, and when I
finally did, I felt so groggy, I had no energy or focus, throughout the
whole day, everyday. I was convinced that nothing could help, nothing
would help. I tried everything. I came across Native Remedies website and
saw they offered Serenite, an all natural sleeping aid. I thought I'd try
this too. I started taking it, and when I did, each night got a little
better for me. Within the first week I started taking it, I slept the
whole night for the first time in a long time--years. I wake up in the
morning, ready to get out of bed, I feel rested, I have my energy and my
focus back. I feel great, better than I have in a long time. Anyone out
there that is having trouble sleeping, I highly recommend taking Serenite."
-William, North Carolina .
"I
have been taking Serenite with great success since late March, 2003. Prior
to this, I had taken Halcion, Ambien and several OTC drugs. Serenite has
helped me tremendously. I am very grateful I stumbled onto the Native
Remedies Web Page, this product has made a major difference in my sleep
habits. Thank you for your help." -
Sandy, USA
"Just
wanted to tell you how pleased I am with the Serenite. It works GREAT....I
have been sleeping a lot better, not groggy in the morning and no
unpleasant dreams, as I have experienced with other sleep aids. Also feel
more alert, probably due to catching up on some MUCH needed sleep. I will
be re-ordering and passing along this info to other insomniacs that I
know. BFN, Geraldine Have a greaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaat day!!!!" -
Geraldine, Canada
"I
had a nasty accident 28 years ago, and for the last year have been
suffering immensely from a delayed reaction causing severe back aches. I
was, amongst other drugs, given alprazolam and other sleeping pills. These
had some adverse reactions on me, so I was happy to learn of Serenite
which i have now been using for the last four months. I feel a lot better
and happier due to Serenite, as well as other products I have used from
your website. Thank you." - Vino,
Texas, USA
"I
am 43 yrs. old and haven't had a good night's sleep in the past 3 years
until I started taking Serenite. A single mom coping with a full-time job,
teenagers and maintaining a home certainly keeps your mind going and
going, even through the nights I've tried various sleeping pills; however,
none of them kept me sleeping through the night. Then I tried Serenite.
Even as I drink the herbal drops in water, the scent of the herbs has such
a relaxing feeling. Within 5 to 10 minutes, I'm off to a good night's
sleep....THANKS TO SERENITE!I highly recommend Serenite to anyone who has
difficulty sleeping. Even my 13 year old daughter has taken Serenite on
different occasions when her hectic life keeps her mind working through
the night too and she also tells me what a good night's sleep she's had!
Go
ahead and try Serenite today. You'll wonder why you hadn't sooner" - Terry,
CT, USA
"I've
used a lot of products but this is the first one I'm actually able to
relax and then fall asleep naturally. I also wake up refreshed the next
morning." - Jeff, Lacey, WA,
USA
"After
a pretty rough emotional upheaval, I found that my precious sleep cycle
was disrupted. I would wake up in the middle of the night, and be unable
to get back to sleep. I tried just about everything, including
anti-depressant drugs, acupuncture, sleep therapies, etc. I finally
happened upon the Native Remedies website, and discovered Serenite and
MindSoothe. I tried them out, and slowly but surely, the quality of my
sleep began to improve. It's taken awhile, but I feel that I'm almost back
to normal. I would say that the best solution to this particular problem
is a combination of these herbs and some form of meditation to quiet the
body."
- Charlie, VT, USA
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Testimonials...including those for MindSoothe)
What
are the ingredients?
Serenite:
Lavendula Augustifolia, Melissa Officinalis, Passiflora Incarnata, and
Humulus Lupulus (more
details on ingredients).
MindSoothe:
Hypericum Perforatum, Passiflora Incarnata (more
details on ingredients)
How
do I use Serenite and MindSoothe?
Serenite
Dosage (capsules):
Take two capsules 5 minutes before bedtime.
Serenite
Dosage (drops): 10 – 15 drops in a little water 5 minutes
before bedtime.
MindSoothe
Dosage (capsules): Take two capsules in the morning and two at
night.
If necessary, Serenite and MindSoothe can be taken with PureCalm.
For
babies and children under 12 years of age see our Serenite
Jr. and MindSoothe
Jr. formulas
How
long until I see results?
Serenite
Liquid - a feeling of drowsiness and relaxation will be noted
within about 5 - 10 minutes.
Serenite
Capsules - about 15 to 20 minutes.
MindSoothe
Capsules - 3-5 weeks to show full effect.
How
long will a bottle last?
One
bottle of Serenite will last 30 days. A 90-day supply is
offered at a discount (see the Buy 2 Get 1 FREE special below).
One
bottle of MindSoothe will last 15 days. A 45-day supply
is offered at a discount (see the Buy 2 Get 1 FREE special below).
Serenite
and MindSoothe are developed with care by our practicing
Clinical Psychologist, is 100% natural, safe, and manufactured according
to the highest pharmaceutical standards. Individual ingredients are
well-researched and have been put to the test over the years as a
complement to the treatment of real people with real problems.
Serenite
and MindSoothe are backed by our 60 day
money-back guarantee so you can experience a gentle and relaxing
good night's sleep risk-free.
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