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Insomnia

Also indexed as: Sleeplessness

Tired of insomnia? Fortunately, there are alternatives to counting sheep to help you get a healthy night’s sleep. According to research or other evidence, the following self-care steps may be helpful.

Create A Restful Place To Sleep

• Remove or block noise, light, and other distractions, and make sure your mattress is comfortable for you
• Cut coffee and other stimulantsEliminate or cut down on drinks and foods that have caffeine, ephedra, or pseudoephedrine; work with your doctor to find alternatives if you take medication with any of these ingredients
• Learn to relaxRelaxation tapes and other self-help tools or a counselor experienced in treating insomnia can help you let go of tension
• Check out valerianTo fall asleep quicker and enjoy deeper sleep quality, take 300 to 600 mg of a concentrated root extract 30 minutes before bedtime, with or without other relaxing herbs such as lemon balm and passion flower.
  
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