Herbal medicine?!
Question:
Herbal medicine?
what are the best herbs for insomina
Answers:
Hi Carlyn w,
Kava, Valerian Root are Herbs For Natural Sleep.
People have traditionally prepared kava as a cold tea (an infusion made from straining a mixture of water and shredded and pounded fresh or dried root). One simple method for the preparation of kava tea involves putting two or more heaped teaspoons of kava root for each person into a clean stocking, tying a knot in the stocking and then repeatedly squeezing it in a bowl of cold water.
The tea commonly produces a slight numbing of the tongue and lips initially, followed by mildly euphoric and talkative behavior, a sense of well-being and calm, relaxation and clear thinking. The sleep that is associated with kava is particularly restful and there are no after effects the next day.
Kava can be bought at health food stores as a standardized extract and is a convenient method of anxiety relief as it is fast acting and very potent.
Valerian -the principal components used for medicinal purposes are the roots, rhizomes (underground stems) and stolons (horizontal stems). Generally harvested in September, the dried roots can be used to prepare teas and tinctures, while the dried plant materials ordinarily find their way into tablets or capsules.
Results for valerian will usually appear after about one month and regular use promotes natural sleep and deep relaxation. A variety of studies suggest valerian as far and away the best natural answer for insomnia and general sleeplessness for many individuals.
Jason Homan