Sleeping Pills

Sleeping pills are generally what a doctor will first prescribe someone who complains of lack of sleep. Unfortunately in most cases the pills are not the answer to the problems because there is an underlying cause which needs to be addressed. There is also a risk of becoming dependent on sleeping pills. I advise against sleeping pills unless all other avenues of treatment have been exhausted.

Sleepwiz

Sleepwiz gives you mental clarity and a restful mind through the use of audio and ebooks that you can read. This is a great program that has helped many people. See our Sleepwiz article for more information.

Change of Diet

Too much sugar or a high carbohydrate diet can weigh you down and keep your heart rate elevated. This of course can lead to difficulty in falling or staying asleep. Cut out most sugar items and stick to healthy carbs like wholegrain rice and pasta rather than white versions. You will be amazed at the difference in your general health.

Less Stress

Stress keeps you awake so obviously you need to calm down and stop thinking about your worries at night time. You can do this by listening to soft, gentle music such as classical as you are falling asleep.

No Brain Activity

Television, computers and other activities before bed can leave your brain switched on and stimulated for hours. Try not to use the computer or TV for at least an hour before bed to let your brain zone out.

Sleeptracks

Sleeptracks is a natural insomnia remedy which consists of three audio sessions which train and optimize your brain for sleep. It is an excellent program for insomnia sufferers.

The above are some very effective sleep solutions for people who suffer from restlessness or insomnia during the night. I hope they work for you!

Lifestyle, mental health and physical disorders are the three main causes of insomnia.

Lifestyle

If your lifestyle is busy and hectic, then chances are, you are stressed. This stress can stop you sleeping simply because your brain is too active. Your diet also plays a huge part here.

Mental Health

Mental health conditions that cause insomnia include stress, anxiety, depression and more. Things like grief, schizophrenia, panic disorder and psychiatric conditions can play havoc with sleeping patterns. You should see a doctor if you think any of these are affecting you.

Physical Health

If you are physically unhealthy then this can drastically affect your sleeping patterns. Overweight people may find it harder to sleep all night just as people with certain conditions find it difficult to sleep.

A small example of the conditions which can cause insomnia include:

Sleep apnea

Restless leg syndrome

Arthritis

Asthma

Parkinson’s diseases

Hyperthyroid

Fibromyalgia kidney disease

Rhinitis

Other causes of insomnia can include your sleeping environment. If your bed is uncomfortable, there is too much light, buzzing appliances or even a certain fragrance is in the air, this can affect your sleep! You should try to eliminate any bedroom “distractions” before sleeping.

Certain medications can also cause insomnia.  These can include:

Decongestants

Bronchodilators

Anti hypertensives

Anti depressants

Diuretics

Thyroid medications

Histamine H2 inhibitors

If you are taking any of the above medication types and believe it is causing insomnia then you should speak to your doctor about alternative medications.

Lack of sleep eventually leads to chronic fatigue and a general reduction of your quality of life due to the fact you are always tired. There are many products on the market which aim to improve your sleep without medication. Hypnosis and various techniques have worked very well for some people. Others simply find a change of environment, change of work hours or even a change of diet can improve their sleep and reduce or eliminate insomnia.