Tag: Melatonin

A night of satisfying sleep can become a distant dream with each passing decade. It is a problem that is literally giving sleepless nights...

Getting sound sleep each night is extremely important for good health. It lowers your risk of obesity, heart disease, and stroke. Proper sleep also...

If there's one thing you need to balance your work, your social life, and your family, it's energy. Lots of it considering how fast...

According to nutritional psychiatry, the well-being of your mind relies on the diet you follow. Several studies have proved the effectiveness of having foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids, folic acid, tryptophan, probiotics and more for the vitality of your mind. Depressive episodes, schizophrenia, and anxiety have been reported to reduce dramatically in individuals who ate right.

Bananas are normally eaten in the morning but they can also help you get to sleep at night. Bananas contain tryptophan which promotes the production of serotonin. They also contain melatonin. Both of these substances help promote sleep. The carbs in bananas also help you fall asleep quicker. Warm milk is a great addition to this evening bedtime snack because it has much of the same sleep inducing nutrients.

So you’re ready for the restful sleep You know…that blissful sleep you had as a kid. Aaaaah, those were the days! So get ready for...

If you are not fond of stripping before you get under those bed covers, you have got it figured out wrong. Sleeping without your...

Insomnia is caused by stress and a disrupted sleep-wake cycle. Running lowers stress by releasing mood-lifting hormones and regulating cortisol levels. It normalizes the sleep-wake cycle by boosting the levels of sleep-inducing hormones like serotonin, growth hormone–releasing hormone, and thyroid. The post-running drop in the core body temperature also makes you feel sleepy.

Getting to sleep (and staying asleep) doesn’t have to be a daily struggle if you eat the right foods. Consuming a diet rich in Tryptophan (chocolate, honey, seafood, eggs), Carbohydrates (cereals, oatmeal), Vit B6 (bananas, tuna), Mg (almonds, spinach) amps up your serotinin and melatonin (sleep inducing neurotransmitters) production, and helps regulate your sleep.

Sleep in total darkness to maintain your normal circadian rhythm. Put 2-3 drops of lavender or geranium oil on your pillow. Take a hot pre-bedtime shower to relax your muscles and nervous system. Induce a deep slumber through progressive muscle relaxation, meditation, and yoga. Supplement with passionflower to relieve your body of pain so that you can sleep well.

Hormonal fluctuations during perimenopause and menopause can get in the way of a good night's sleep. Avoid physical and emotional stimulants - caffeine, TV, arguments. Avoid high-carbs and alcohol. Keep your bedroom well-ventilated, cool and quiet. Maintain a consistent bed-time. Inhale or apply Lavender essential oil and have a cup of Passion Flower or Valerian tea to induce a calming effect.

Melatonin supplements help the body adjust to new surroundings. Take 0.5 mg tablet once a day for three nights, an hour before bedtime. Adjust your sleeping patterns to the destination time before travelling. Try homeopathic remedies like No Jet Lag which works for anxiety and sleep. Also Valerian herb helps prevent morning grogginess and is not addictive.

Many people have heard of melatonin to help aid sleep issues such as insomnia.  However, there are other benefits of melatonin that can help...

Sleeping naked can be comfortable. Your t-shirt or pyjamas won't get stuck during sleep. Lowers the risk of skin disease, as your body usually covered all day, gets to breathe. It helps keep your sleeping environment below 70F every night and regulates its melatonin and growth hormone levels. These chemicals help prevent ageing and are essential for good health.

The first part of the story spoke in detail about the ways peri-menopause and menopausal women can deal with Insomnia. In this second part,...