Science Based Natural Sleep Remedies
Ever hear of the ‘placebo effect’? Believe it or not it is when a person can actually get better and even be cured of an illness or condition just because they believe in the treatment or therapy they are receiving, even if the said treatment has had no real effect at all. Research has led experts to think that up 80 percent of the effectiveness of any drug or treatment is due to the placebo effect.
Now how does this make you feel in terms of any treatments you have received for a sleep disorder? The problem here that a ’sleep disorder’ in itself is only a symptom of another, more problematic condition. When looking for a more long term and lasting treatment to a sleep disorder one should always take this into account.
Work stress, family stress which lead to nervous or hyper tension as well as chronic conditions like a bi-polar condition and chemical depression could all carry with them a problem getting sleep as just one of their symptoms. So, with regards to any particular condition always consult the doctor you trust before trying something new like a natural remedy.
When searching for for an explanation or answer to a problem, just keep in mind that the simplest explanation is usually the correct one, so something as having a bad, highly stressful period at work is most likely why you are having trouble sleeping. It will thus require a simple solution.
A proved and highly effective method to eliminate stress is good old fashion exercise. Done on a regular basis will help get rid of all the stress hormones such as cortisol that build up in your blood and offer other side benefits besides a good night sleep. Exercise methodology can range from the more standard cardiovascular, strength, flexibility building to more unusual types like Yoga. These methods all work very well.
What one eats can also help improve or be detrimental to healthy sleep patterns. Avoid high caffeine foods and liquids like coffee, tea and chocolate as these stimulate the body and the older you get, the more intense the effect. Avoid foods that cause fluctuations in blood sugar like sweets other simple sugars that also disturb sleep patterns. Whole grains and other complex carbohydrate foods however balance blood sugar and contain a amino acid called tryptophan.
Tryptophan Stimulates the release of seratonin which precursors melatonin. These are neurotransmitters and melatonin tells the body to fall asleep. It can also be taken as a supplements to correct disturbed sleep patterns.
In the end concentrating on building good habits like regular exercise and better diet are most likely the best and most economical way to improve sleep patterns as well as quality of the sleep. Known herbal remedies could work or maybe it is just the ‘placebo effect’ but if they work for you then they work for you.
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