Natural Sleep Remedy

A natural sleep remedy is pretty easy to find, but somtimes they get pushed aside by the many medicines out there, all offering to be better than the other. But chemicals in medications aside from being expensive can also be harmful. So many incidents that involve sleeping pills and the overdose of them have been reported. These stories should serve as warnings to all who go through extremities just to fight sleeplessness. Sleep deprivation is one of the most frustrating experiences to go through. Nausea, anger, lack of concentration and muscle tension are just some of the symptoms of those who experience sleepless nights.

Before resorting to prescribed medication and over-the-counter drugs though, one should try natural sleep remedies. These remedies are quite effective and safer than drug introduction as they contain moderate amounts of inducers as compared to synthetic drugs. For those who are still trying out what natural sleep remedy fits them, always keep in mind to start with low doses. Some people may be allergic to the remedy in mind.

Lavender
Aromatherapy is one of the best ways to induce sleep and lavender is a good shrub to start with. Buds, leaves and the stems of lavender can be made into a sachet along with its essential oil and hung on top of the bed. Lavender calms the senses and helps relax the muscles. It can also be added to the bathwater or drank like tea. Lavender Mint tea is one of the most soothing liquid concoctions and it smells good too.

Chamomile
Same as lavender, chamomile can either be placed topically in strategic areas such as the wrists and arms to provide an immediate relief and soothing sensation. It can also be used in a sachet and placed under a pillow or on the headboard. Chrysin, a component found in chamomile, is known as a natural sleep remedy and lessen the anxiety. The dried chamomile flowers can also be used as tea. Just add lemon juice and honey to fight the bitter taste of the flowers.

Lemon Balm
The plant is part of the mint family and is a mild sedative when made as tea. It doesn’t even need sugar because lemon balm has a sweet, lemony taste that can be made as a hot or iced concoction.

Passion Flower
Derived from South America, the passion flower is an effective natural sleep remedy for transient insomnia. It provides a soothing, restful sleep that doesn’t have any side effects of nausea or grogginess in the morning. On top of that, it does not contain any addicting ingredients so it is safe for the children and the elderly.

Kava
Kava is a peppery shrub that is made into a beverage or sprayed at the back of the tongue. Kava is very potent and only a small amount is needed to relieve anxiety and induce sleep. Just one or two sprays at the back of the tongue or one cup of tea is enough to rock a person to sleep. It is usually found in specialty and health stores in extract or bottle form.

A natural sleep remedy is one of the safest ways to promote sleep. It is not as fatal as prescribed drugs and often does not have any side effects. When buying these natural ingredients though, preparation is key, so make sure you research beforehand how to prepare it, what to prepare it with and what the recommended amount is. All in all, the au natural way is always best.