Nutritional information regarding sleeplessness
Nervousness has many causes. They include low blood sugar, a dro pin calcium, magnesium deficiency, unconscious anxieties and fears and a lack of almost any of the B-complex factors, each of which is essential to normal nerve function. Seeking relief from nervousness and anxieties with tranquilizing drugs doesn't get at the heart of the matter and , in the long run, will only serve to make the condition worse.
Barbituates and other tranquilizers interfere with calcium utilization, and long term use aggravates insomnia, tension, and convulsions because less calcium is available to reduce irritability of the nerves and muscles. Remember, a calcium deficiency may already be the cause of the condition.
True insomnia is a total lack of sleep which rarely occurs. The term is generally used to describe difficulty in falling asleep, in staying asleep, or having restless sleep. One out of the three people worry about their ability to sleep and one out of four feel exhausted when they wake up. It isn't surprising then that sleeping pills are one of the most commonly purchased over-the-counter-drugs. Getting a good night's rest is essential to our feeling of well-being.
The Journal of the American Medical Association reported that with patients who had been taking sleep-inducing drugs for months or years the drugs apparently became ineffective. However, drug-withdrawal insomnia keeps the patients dependent on their particular drug.
"Nerves", anxiety, tension, physical pain or discomfort can all produce insomnia as can hunger (usually hypoglycemically related), thirst, tight bed clothes or wrinkled sheets. The need to relax and release tension is of great importance in overcoming insomnia.
There is a formula combining herbs, vitamins and minerals known as natural muscle and nerve relaxants. This formula is beneficial for insomnia, nervous irritability, muscle spasm, pain and excessive stress. Best of all, it's only "side effect" is improved health!
In an exclusive base of raw crude licorice extract, hops, chamomile, anis seeds, peppermint and yeast.
Valerian has a long history as a nerve sedative and is used for insomnia, nervousness and pain in the totally herbal formulations developed by well-known naturopaths. It has been called an effective calmative. it has a long history as a relaxant and sedative, and is traditionally recommended in cases of insomnia. It has been described as gently stimulating yet very soothing and quieting to the nervous system. This is because it enhances the action of various bodily functions while at the same time regulating them, leaving the patient with a feeling of calmness.
Passion flower (Passiflora) has an action which is similar to that of Valerian. It tones the sympathetic nerve center, improves circulation and brings nutrition to the system. The use of Passion Flower results in a more restful sleep and a refreshed awakening.
Camomile (Chamomillia) is well-known for its calming effects on the nerves. As a folk medicine, it is probably best known as a remedy for the nervous conditions of women, especially during the menstrual cycle. It is further recommended to anyone for restlessness, insomnia, excessive irritability and nervous headaches.
Hops (Humulus Lupulus) is yet another nerve tonic. Although it increases circulation, at the same time it promotes soothing slumber. By toning the systems of the body, it allows them to function more efficiently. The result of this is that the patient has a feeling of calm and well-being. Together these herbs greatly enhance this formula's capability as an antispasmodic. This means it will be effective as a muscle relaxant., for muscle cramps or menstrual cramps, for muscle tension, aching joints, coughing spasms, and of course, headaches.
Magnesium deficiency is probably the single most important cause for the widespread use of tranquilizers. The average daily intake of magnesium in this country appears to be about half the adult requirement. Studies conducted with volunteers who were fed diets high in processed carbohydrates.
Social drinkers frequently suffer from magnesium deficiencies also because alcohol causes a high urinary loss of mineral.
Tension, irritability, quarrelsomeness, butterflies in the stomach, unsteadiness, trembling and tingling have all been produced in people who did not receive enough vitamin B6. This deficiency has a definite connection to sleep and dreaming (non-dreamers are often B6 deficient), and subjects with induced B6 deficiencies have suffered from severe insomnia. A lack of B6 also caused subjects to develop halitosis, hemorrhoids, and to passs bad gas.
Any lack of B vitamins can cause extreme nervousness. This is especially true of niacin-niacinamide, a well-known anti-tension factor. A niacin deficiency can result in such confusion, disorientation, clouding of the consciousness and hallucinations that it can cause total mental breakdown.
Vitamin D also assists in the absorption of unsaturated fatty acids which are important to adrenal hormone production
Raw crude licorice extract, hops, chamomile, aniseed, peppermint and yeast in the base of the formula are all well known for their calming effects.
Relax and ... sweet dreams!