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Quote from sulong:

If you want something to really kick your ass to sleep, grab a bit of valerian, you can get this at the health food store also. Just add a small pinch
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Valerian root is great, but I found it helpful for calming my nerves and not so much for sleepiness. Its a great pain reliever as well.
 
Quote from thehangingman:

This is a topic that I am an EXPERT on and that is sleep.

First, it all starts with the bed you lie in. Go out and get yourself a quality mattress. You will have to spend over a grand to get a quality mattress. I like the Vera Wang "Taken" pillow-top mattress which costs about 2 grand. You can also purchase mattress pads and such that will make the bed more comfortable.

Yep, its very expensive, but the quality cant be beat and you spend a third of your day on this thing. In the morning, you will feel much more rested.
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That is great advice!!!!!!!!!

I was having trouble sleeping and tried the mattress pads, pills, etc. and got nowhere fast.

I then purchased a Sealy Posturepedic Montley. Wow, what a difference this made. It has about 2-3 inches of that foam material and it's just enough to provide an incredible layer of comfort. I didn't like the mattresses that were all foam as I felt like I sunk in. This provides just enough cushion.

Since I got this new mattress, I now have trouble getting OUT of bed. :D Anyone have any good advice for getting out of bed in the morning? ... just kiddin!
 
Yeah, not sleeping on a bag of potatoes makes a world of difference.

A good chai tea is great, leave out anything (normally) stimulating, and go heavy on fennel and nutmeg (cinnamon is also good in the combo) no reason not to put chamomile as a base in that too.

Make sure its prepared normally though, diffused in hot milk& served warm.

With honey to sweeten.
 
I would like to add one more thing.

Light, warmth and sound...For myself, sleeping in a pitch black room is much better then sleeping in one that has the faintest of light.

Next time you sleep, make sure all light is blocked out. Not even the clock radio light should show. . .
 
Quote from thehangingman:

I would like to add one more thing.

Light, warmth and sound...For myself, sleeping in a pitch black room is much better then sleeping in one that has the faintest of light.

Next time you sleep, make sure all light is blocked out. Not even the clock radio light should show. . .
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Another great point. I am the same way - the darker the room, the better sleep I get.
 
A few other points:

1. Have a light dinner only and at least 2 hours before you try to sleep.

2. Have a walk or easy (aerob) exercise. If too lazy a hot bath.

3. A little milk or a glass of wine before going to bed.

4. Get a boring book that is not trading related. Something easy, a romance novel or something that will put you to sleep...

5. Count the corners of your room...
 
Here's what works for me,

Avoid alcohol (white wine is especially bad for me)

Exercise (it really works) I have a NordickTrack and a Bowflex

Celestial Seasonings Herb teas (Sleepy Time and Chamomile)

Do not eat at least 3 hrs before bed, also don't drink a lot of water or tea just before retiring. I usually have a cup of tea about an hour before.

One other thing, avoid chocolate.

As you get older, good sleep is less frequent, but these work for me.
 
Quote from mxjones:

I know there is a large mix of people here on ET, and I was hoping someone could give me advice on natural aids/remedies/methods to fall asleep at night.

I am trying to avoid the drug route.

I know there will be alot of jokes and not so serious replies, but I hope to find a few nuggets to benefit me and others.

TIA.
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