Bray People

Can’t sleep well? Be patient with remedies... and do NOT give up

- WITH CLAIR WHITTY Clair Whitty is a Bach Flower Practition­er, Nutritiona­l Health Coach and Vega Allergy Tester based at The Natural Health Store, 24 North Main Street, Wexford 053 9121613 | clairm1@eircom.net | www.naturalhea­lthstore.ie

LAST WEEK I told you about the importance of sleep. I mentioned that I was having difficulty myself and this week I will tell you about some natural remedies to help you get some sleep.

My problem is that I lie there for hours waiting for sleep to come even though I have gone to bed exhausted and ready to snore. But I don’t. I’m not even thinking, worrying, or even feeling anxious, although at times I do get angry with myself for not getting to sleep. Once I do get to sleep I wake almost every hour, look at the clock and count up how many hours I have left in bed. In the morning I feel like I haven’t slept at all.

A.Vogel Dormeasan is a herbal remedy that worked best for me. It contains valerian, a traditiona­l remedy to help with sleep. It also contains hops to relieve anxiety and stress. Now I get to sleep quicker, and if I do wake up I don’t take as long getting back to sleep. Sleep is much more refreshing. I am able to deal with stressful situations during the day far more effectivel­y. To be honest, it didn’t work on the first bottle. I had to be patient with it. I would say that I was into the second bottle before I was totally satisfied with the results. I’m continuing to take this remedy.

Worrying thoughts don’t keep me awake but if they do you, then you might find Melisa Dream is the best remedy to try. It contains magnesium which is a very popular supplement to help with sleep. It also contains B Vitamins, Lemon Balm, and L - Theanine. It’s a fantastic combinatio­n to help switch off those worrying thoughts, calm an overactive mind, reduce feelings of anxiety, and aid relaxation. It can help you to feel more focused the next day.

Cherry Active Concentrat­e is a natural source of melatonin which when low will affect your ability to get to sleep. Many people get great results with Cherry Active Juice Concentrat­e.

Relaxation, breathing exercises, and cognitive behaviour therapy are other things that might help. Whatever you try be patient and give it a chance. It will be worth it if it helps you get a good night’s sleep. Don’t give up on sleep!

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