Insomnia is related to the sleep problem often related to stress that lasts a couple of nights or a few weeks. But it can become chronic if it lasts for more than months even year.
The main cause of insomnia is not known but it is believed to be the underlying cause of some conditions and situations. Insomnia can be related to a major illness, dietary and lifestyle plays a major role, physical pain anything can contribute to insomnia. However tension, anxiety and depression can be the major cause of insomnia. Certain herbs like ginseng, kola and ginger have a stimulating effect, which may create difficulty sleeping.
Some of the particular symptoms of insomnia are inability to fall asleep, difficulty falling asleep, waking up too early and feeling tired most of the time nodding off during the day.
Supplement of a herb called ‘valerian’ can be effectively against insomnia. Valerian and Chamomile a similar herb are recognized as herbal sedatives often prescribed by the doctor. Alternative to ‘valerian’ a hormone melatonin a synthetic version of body’s own sleep hormone can be effectively used for, people who can’t sleep because of chronic pain, but it should be used only under strict medical supervision or it may have adverse effect complicating the situation. Supplements of vitamin B6, along with Niacinamide also works well against insomnia. Sometimes lack of calcium, magnesium or vitamin B6 can lead to sleep problem so replenishing those nutrients can be beneficial.
Regular exercising, avoiding alcohol, smoking and caffeine and sticking to regular sleeping pattern can prevent insomnia.
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