Insomnia

From the book, “Natural Healing With Herbs,” by Humbart Santillo BS, MH –  if closely followed, these few rules will assist in a sound sleep.

1. Sleep in a well ventilated, cool room; not an overheated room.
2. Never sleep in the same clothes that you wore earlier in the day.  Wear lose clothing or none at all.
3. Be sure your sheet and blanket are neither too warm or too heavy.
4. Avoid excitement or extraordinary strain before bedtime.
5. Do not eat at least 3 hours before bedtime.
6. When you first go to bed practice relaxing before you fall asleep.

If you’re still having problems, try a fresh-air walk, or walk barefoot in the grass before retiring for the evening.  Drink teas of equal parts hops and chamomile.

It is also suggested that an infusion of equal parts of wood betony, peppermint, chamomile, catnip and valerian mixed (one cup) will assist in a good nights rest. 

And if you think your restlessness is due to nervousness, mix equal parts of valerian, spearmint, lemon balm, lady’s slipper and skullcap.  Drink as in infusion when needed using one ounce to a pint of boiling water; steep for 20 minutes.