One of the most difficult problems these days is what is
called a sleep disorder or Insomnia. People have long
lasting stress related problems which can present in
many cases as a sleep disorder or Insomnia. To cope with
Insomnia people tend to opt for more and more pills. But
pills have many adverse effects, first and foremost is
probably the tendency to addiction. One should look for
more natural remedies.

Exercise helps to release pent-up stress. It strengthens
the body and at the same time tires and relaxes it. It
also helps the body to cope with ongoing stress. Good
exercises are walking, swimming or step aerobics.

For your mind to relax fast it is important to learn to
relax your body, which many of us probably don't do.
Progressive muscle relaxation is good to try. With
progressive muscle relaxation, the body systematically
releases its tension. Give it a go as you read.Start with
your toes and tense and relax each muscle on your way
to the top of your head.

Up to 60% of all visits to primary care physicians are for
stress related complaints. Massage has an amazing
effect on the bodies nervous system. When a massage
activates the bodies parasympathetic nervous system, it
counteracts the bodies negative response to stress,
relaxing muscle tension and allowing heart rate, blood
pressure and circulation to return to normal.Not only that
but it's Fun!

Massage not only improves the circulation of the blood,
but also increases the circulation of the lymphatic system
helping the body to fight off infection and speeding
recovery from injuries and illness. It promotes sleep
helping to cure insomnia, helping to insulate the mind
from day-to-day stress and enhancing the bodies immune
system. A good night's sleep cannot only help you to stay
alert, bright and focused the next day but also it can also
keep you healthy in the long run.

Meditation helps to rest both to the mind and the body.
This deep rest helps the body to eliminate deeply rooted
stress that sleep or a holiday never seem to touch. This
relief of tension on the nervous system and the brain
helps you to sleep better. Meditation can be helpful for
those in critical occupations, such as the military, police,
airline or hospital personnel. Similarly meditation can be
helpful for sleep problems arising due to jet lag.

Various researches and studies have showed that
mediation can be the ultimate stress reliever and a
relaxing natural way for better sleep. Meditation helps
the body to and rejuvenates the senses. If practiced
regularly mediation helps significantly in the most serious
sleep disorders and Insomnia.

A better diet helps your body cope with all types of
stress. Avoid too many alcoholic, acidic and sour
substances. Eliminate caffeine completely from the diet.
"Stimulants are Bad" for sleep disorders and Insomnia.

Good foods mainly refer to foods such tuna, halibut,
pumpkin artichokes, avocados, almonds, eggs, bok choy,
peaches, walnuts, apricots, oats, asparagus, potatoes,
buckwheat, and bananas. Absolutely NO visible white fat.
Milk is rich in protein and also contains tryptophan which
helps in inducing better sleep.

Herbs are Good! We at www.getofftosleep.com use a lot
of herbs!

Herbal Tea is a prime example of a Herbal Remedy. A
herbal tea, or tisane in English or ptisane in Greek, is an
herbal infusion mainly comprising of white, yellow, black,
oolong and green tea. Other ingredients of herbal tea
may also include fresh or dried flowers, leaves, seeds and
roots of natural herbs.

Pour boiling water over the herbs and let them steep for
a few minutes. Strain and sweeten if required/desired.
Other common ingredients that can be found in herbal
teas are rose hips often blended with hibiscus, rosemary,
sage, sassafras, skullcap, stag horn, sumac, stevia,
thyme, tulsi, uncaria and tomentosa. Herbal teas are said
to have numerous health benefits and medicinal
qualities. Some specific varieties can have a calming
effect on the nervous system that acting as a sedative
offering a healthy, nontoxic alternative to prescription
drugs. For insomnia herbal tea works best when taken
right at bedtime to help you get to sleep.

According to professional herbalists herbal tea can
naturally relieve insomnia and correct the problems within
the body that cause these symptoms.

Some common natural herbs like hops and valerian are
effective in relaxing the nervous system for a natural and
restorative sleep. Herbal tea also makes a pleasant-
tasting drink for all occasions that helps to calm the body
and relax the mind to promote a deep restful sleep.

Philip Jubb
http://www.getofftosleep.com
http://www.snorefreenights.com
Philip is the author of several books and many articles available on
the internet.