* Chamomile tea is a gentle, calming drink that you can take before bedtime.
* You can also try passion flower, lemon balm or hops as a soothing bedtime drink.
* A SMALL glass of red wine may help you to fall asleep.
* Fill a spray bottle with lavender and clary sage essence and spray your room and pillow before bed. Lavender is one of the most effective natural sleep remedies and has been used to induce sleep for centuries.
* Before bed, drink a cup of warm milk in which two strands of saffron or some grated nutmeg have been soaked.
Eating Your Way to a Good Night's Sleep
* Avoid heavy meals too close to bedtime.
* Don't eat protein with your evening meal, eat some at lunch time and concentrate on carbohydrates at night.
* Take a multivitamin in the MORNING to help energize you during the day and help you sleep at night. The B-complex is especially important.
* Avoid caffeine and sugary snacks late at night.
* Drink enough water during the day to avoid waking up thirsty at night.
* Avoid excessive amounts of alcohol too close to bedtime. No, alcohol is not one of the most effective natural sleep remedies. it's simply a myth!
