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  Nyema Hermiston (Homeopath, Naturopath, Registered Nurse)
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  Nyema has been in 'general practice' treating adults and children for acute and chronic illnesses for over 20 years. She is Vice President of The ... View profile

  There are a number of natural treatments available for insomnia. However, whatever the treatment is, it must relate to the cause of the insomnia. Many patients that I see respond well to a   melatonin supplement. One of the best ways to naturally produce melatonin is to be out in the sunlight early each morning.
  
  Regular sleep routine is important. Staying up late can affect melatonin production, so early to bed and early to rise may make a huge difference.A healthy diet can also help you produce your melatonin. Vitamins B3, B6, calcium and magnesium are all involved in melatonin production. Foods like leafy green vegetables, fish and red meat, wholegrain cereals, turkey, chicken, beansm peas and lentils contain important nutrients. Some medications can affect your melatonin production, so checking what you were taking around the time your insomnia started may be informative.
  
  Stress has a negative effect on many body functions, and melatonin production may be one of these. Avoiding stress, or managing stress better may make a huge difference to your ability to sleep.
  
  Sleeping well after a period of insomnia can be life changing and is highly beneficial for health and wellbeing. Keep going until you find a long term natural solution!
  
  
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