Natural Remedies to Use When You Can’t Sleep

2. Stretch before bed~

If you have aches and pains in your body, this may be distracting as you try to fall asleep. Try gentle stretching before bed to open up your muscles and stretch out some of that tension.

3. Meditation~

If you feel called to meditate before bed, you may sit quietly with your eyes closed for as long as you are able, to begin to transition from the outer world into the inner world. If you need assistance, try the wealth of guided meditations online that are available for this purpose.

4.Magnesium~

Our over stressed lifestyles in this day and age can deplete us of our magnesium levels. Magnesium helps to calm, relax and regulate our bodies. Try a magnesium supplement or CALM powder (magnesium that dissolves in warm water).

5. Cortisol~

Cortisol is the hormone within you that spikes when under prolonged stress. If we have had chronic stress in our lives, cortisol can remain elevated in a fight or flight response. This can act as somewhat of a caffeinated feeling as cortisol is stimulating and can peak in the late hours, keeping us awake. 
Adaptagenic herbs can assist with balancing cortisol levels, especially medicinal mushrooms, or try Tulsi Tea aka Holy Basil, which helps to balance this as well. If you are concerned of your cortisol levels, consult a health practitioner to have them checked.

6. Drink Herbal Tea~

Try drinking warm tea before bed such as a calming chamomile, lavendar tea, or if you need something a little stronger, Kava Kava or Valerian tea.

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