One of the questions I hear the most is, “Doctor, is there an herbal supplement I can take for better sleep? I’m tired of taking Ambien.”
Yes. There is: CBD for sleep.
For those who need a nighttime supplement, I recommend a new product by Joy Organics of Colorado. It’s CBD Softgels with Melatonin for predictable and restful sleep, especially of you suffer from anxiety and stress.
Each soft gel contains 25mg of organic CBD + Melatonin + Chamomile.
Most patients notice improved sleep after 3-5 nights of use.
Order CBD Softgels with Melatonin here.
For those who prefer tinctures, a few drops of Joy Organics CBD Oil Tincture under the tongue can be helpful, when you are having trouble getting to sleep or staying asleep.
Medical conditions
Besides anxiety and stress, other common causes of insomnia include medical conditions like chronic pain, congestive heart disease, asthma, esophageal reflux, hyperthyroidism, Alzheimer’s disease, and Parkinson’s disease just to name a few.
Many suffer from sleep-related disorders. Those with sleep apnea may stop breathing periodically throughout the night, interrupting restful sleep. Restless legs syndrome (RLS) causes unpleasant sensations in the legs coupled with an m almost irresistible desire to move them. RLS may prevent you (and your partner) from falling asleep.
Recipe for Poor Sleep
Much poor-quality sleep is related to poor sleep habits: an irregular bedtime schedule, uncomfortable sleep environment, and too many LEDs or stimulating activities before bedtime. TVs, computers, video games, smartphones or other screens just before bed can wreak havoc with your sleep cycle.
Other contributing factors can be the use of stimulants like caffeine, nicotine, and decongestants like Sudafed.
Lack of sleep can affect our performance at work and our relationships at home. Poor sleep can worsen weight gain, depression, and high blood pressure and lead to low sex drive. Most serious of all, lack of sleep may lead to increased risk of death.
Summary
My Rx for better sleep includes a quiet, dark environment combined with CBD (with or without melatonin) and a guided meditation, like yoga nidra, the yoga of sleep.
Order CBD Softgels with Melatonin here.
“Your life is a reflection of how you sleep, and how you sleep is a reflection of your life.” -Dr. Rafael Pelayo
“Sleep is the best meditation.” -Dalai Lama
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