Alternative Herbal Remedies for Insomnia
Insomnia is one of the symptoms of perimenopause. Women who experience insomnia are most often haunted by another symptom: irritability and mood swings. Why? Because they lack sleep, that’s why. Before you begin turning to some strong pharmaceuticals, however, here are some alternative herbal remedies you can try:
- Melatonin
This is an anti-aging nutrient that also helps manage sleep problems. Be forewarned though: too much melatonin can impair your ability to bear children. Before taking or buying supplements, see your doctor for a prescription.
- Wild yam (Also known as colic root, Devil’s bones, Yuma, and rheumatism root)
This is said to be helpful if you are experiencing perimenopause insomnia.
- Kava Kava Root
The roots and rhizome (an underground stem) of the Kava kava plant is used in the preparation of natural remedies for health problems, perimenopause insomnia being one of them. You can get this in tablet, capsule, topical cream, beverages or extract form. 250 mg of the supplement is more than enough for a day. Take at least 140 mg before bedtime.
Side effects (although rare) include the following: headaches, stomach upsets, gas, and sensitivity to light. Drowsiness may also take place if you are taking benzodiazepines (addictively mild tranquilizers that reduce anxiety attacks), SSRI’s, MonoAmine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOI’s – antidepressants that help stabilize moods by breaking down serotonin), or Selective Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitors (SNRI’s – antidepressants).
This root is not recommended for pregnant and/or nursing women, children under the age of 18, and people with liver problems.
Did you know? Liver problems may exhibit itself in the following: nausea, brown urine, vomiting, unusual tiredness and fatigue, jaundice, stomach pain, light-colored stools, and loss of appetite.
- Chamomile
Use this herb for making tea as chamomile has calming properties, especially during sleepless nights due to a night-sweat-and-hot-flush-induced insomnia.
- Peppermint
This herb, like chamomile, is also known for its calming, sedative effect. Use peppermint leaves when making tea; this would be perfect for those who find themselves suddenly up in the middle of the night and unable to get back to sleep.
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