Inability to sleep at a time when the person expected sleep to occur.

    The difficulty may be in either falling asleep or remaining asleep, or both.

    This disorder may be primary or secondary to some other health concern whether illness, condition, or circumstance.


Primary insomnia
    exists when there are no signs or symptoms of a mental or physical condition
to account for the sleep disturbance.

Secondary insomnia
    is usually explained by the existence of a condition that causes anxiety, stress, or pain; or by the use of a drug or substance that interferes with sleep.


    The need for a careful sleep history is obvious, in addition to a careful search for mental or physical causes of insomnia, it is important that evidence of insomnia be obtained. It is also important that the bed partner be questioned about the persons sleep history. A great variety of medicines are available for insomnia. Their use on a short term basis may be advisable however, all may have undesired side effects, such as overdose, habituation, tolerance, addiction, daytime drowsiness, lethargy, or amnesia.
Insomnia should not be treated continuously with any drug or medication

Always Start Here First
    in this order it does and can work immediately for best results take on a regular basis so the body has some reserves of nutrients when it needs them to rest and repair

Cal-Mag Chelate
Deficiencies are associated with sleep disorders.
Calcium is known for its calming effect, Use a chelated form.
Magnesium is required to balance with the calcium and relax
the muscles and calms the brain.

Optimum Health Essentials™
A complete complex of B vitamins Aids very well in promoting a restful state
This Multi-Vitamin and Mineral formula with a high B complex in a green food base with selected herbs for, supplies commonly deficient nutrients. This is a high quality pharmaceutical grade, hypoallergenic formula. Heals mouth sores, protects against anemia, protects skin tissues, important for brain function and digestion.

Inositol
Known for its ability to effectively enhance REM sleep

Melatonin
A natural hormone that is a precursor to tryptophan, which promotes a sound sleep state
1.5mg. on a daily basis 1 hour before bedtime. If this is not effective, increase the dosage up to 6mgs. in gradual increments.

DHEA
A naturally occurring hormone that has been shown effective in improving sleep quality

Pantothenic Acid
Excellent nutrients for stress related conditions

Hops [Standardized],

Kava Kava [Standardized],

Valerian Root [Standardized],

Passion Flower [Standardized],

Scutellaria galeriaculata (Skullcap)


Although all of these herbs are
recognized as safe for use in overcoming insomnia.
    Best results come from rotating among several, it is recommended not to rely on one herb on a regular basis. Use these herbs at bedtime, and yes these to can become habit forming as well. Remember, you want your body to rest not be dependent upon anything.

Avoid taking naps during the day.

Consider meditation
    these techniques have shown to be helpful when it comes to relaxing and getting your sleep patterns back to normal. Try putting troublesome worries out of your thoughts, think of things that bring uplifting thoughts to mind, past experiences that have made you laugh, feel good etc.

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