Women's Health: Trouble sleeping? Try this!

September 14, 2008 by thinkhappy

About two thirds of American women have trouble sleeping. Whether it's due to stress, diet, lack of exercise, hormones, or other issues, it is a common and exhausing issue. We have a few easy ideas that might take the edge off of wakefulness for you!

Melatonin: This is a natural hormone that your body produces at night. Everyone is talking about it. The problem is that your body produces less of it as you get older. Bummer, right? Yes! Luckily, it is sold over the counter now, and determined to be a healthy alternative to other sleep aids. Taking 3mg at bedtime might just help you re-establish your sleep-wake cycle.

Camomile Tea - One cup before bed will soothe your body and your mind.

Exercise - 30 minutes of exercise will help your body rejuvenate, clear your mind, and also help you sleep better in the evenings.

Turn off the TV - Video screens of any sort stimulate your mind. Try reading in a dim room, or turn out your lights and read with a reading light. It is difficult to do so, which should make you sleepy and help ease you into a good night's sleep.

Cut out the caffeine - Caffeine comes in all shapes and sizes - From chocolate bars, to coffee, tea, and hot chocolate. Sodas, of course, are one of the worst carriers of caffeine! Cut out your caffeine by about 4pm each day. That may enable your  body to naturally become tired.

Try these suggestions, but talk with your doctor first if you have any questions. Then join us in our women's forums to discuss women's health, marriage, and life in general. Isn't it time you gave yourself a break and chatted with a few friends?  Join Here!

Article written by Melissa Foster

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