[YEA]  Hannah from Vancouver, BC writes: "Melatonin has also been beneficial to me for sleep. I also use at varying times: -lavender essential oil rubbed into my skin (with a carrier oil) spray lavender water in the bedroom -take a "tea" of honey and apple cider vinegar (adjusting to taste) with water. (1/4 cup does the trick). -another idea, is to turn off the electrical things (like tv, computer etc) an hour before bed to allow the body to slow down and let it's natural melatonin do it's job. Turn off the lights and light a candle and have quiet time an hour before bed. Sweet dreams!"

[YEA]  05/29/2008: WT from Spartanburg, SC writes: "Insomnia and Milk: I'm ADD and always have been. Also have allergies which peak at night, coincidentally when I do my best thinking... However if I can't get to sleep I will drink a half glass (8oz) of milk, right out of the fridge. {A regular sized glass is about 16 oz.} If that doesn't do it quickly I drink another half glass and repeat until I'm knocked out! Usually about a glass and a half is all it ever takes, no matter how "wide awake" I am. Just for proportion sake, I'm 6' male about 215 lbs. The warm milk we've all heard of is not necessary. Milk contains Tryptophan and calcium, both of which make you sleepy."

[NAY]  11/20/2011: Tina from Houston, Usa writes: "Any suggestions for insomnia will be greatly appreciated.

I have tried magnesium, standard process min-tran, and terrible pills like ambien and lunesta, but nothing seems to help.

Ted can you please give some guidance.

Many thanks, T"

[YEA]  02/21/2008: Hannah from New York, U.S.A writes: "Don't Use Your Computer/Cell Phone Before Bed (No Texting!!). It's always been hard for me to sleep, and I mean always. But recently I read that a computer's bright lights suppress sleep hormones. I'm not sure if that's true, but not using it before bed sure helps. But then I got unlimited texting and my insomnia was back again. So here's the deal, don't use your computer or cell phone 2 hours before sleeping. It will help you sleep better and better each night."

[YEA]  12/26/2009: Ravi S from Dallas, Texas, United States writes: "sleep disorder

Please try a pinch of ground nutmeg in a cup of warm milk. Worked wonders for me."

[YEA]  01/08/2008: Winnie from washington, dc writes: "I stumbled on your site when searching for side effects for coconut oil. I took coconut oil for about 4 weeks and gained about 10 pounds, I was really hoping for the reverse; anyway I found your site and a lot of good information. I started oil pulling the very day I read about it, I have tried with extra virg. olive oil, sunflower, I didn't notice any real change after just one try. then I tried Safflower oil, did it in the morning just after brushing, then I felt sleepy, I decided to lay down on the couch, and slept for 3 hours; I didn't make a connection then until this morning I tried safflower oil again, same reaction. I slept so soundly, good thing I had the day off today. I'll try it again tonite, looking forward to a great night's sleep. I took 1TBSP for 20 mins. So if someone out there has problem sleeping, this might work for you. TED, whoever you are, I wish you radiant health and prosperity. Your kindness and generousity is written all over your words. Thank you."

[YEA]  09/11/2009: SK from Carmel-by-the-Sea, California writes: "In July I started having a terrible time falling asleep at night. Insomnia, night-time terrors, anxiety, whatever you want to call it, I had it. The minute I lay down, my mind took off on a rampage. I had watch tv until 3 or 4 am, when I finally felt exhausted enough to sleep, albeit erratically, waking up every few minutes. I was drinking a cup of coffee in the morning, but I have been doing that for 20 years now and it has never affected my ability to sleep.

I started researching the net and tried many supplements that people on this site and other sites were recommending like valerian root, sleepy time tea, lobelia, magnesium, b stress. Nothing had any effect. Then I read on this site about Cod liver oil helping someone with insomnia and realized that the only supplement I wasn't taking was an omega 3. I immediately bought cod liver oil at the health food store and took one capsule a day for a week. Unfortunately, I still could not sleep. Luckily my intuition kept telling me to research omega 3 deficiencies further, so I went hunting for more information on the net. I started reading customer reviews of omega 3 on a site and saw that the most popular brand of Omega 3 had much more EPA and DHA than the Cod liver oil I was taking. 400 mg EPA and 200 mg DHA per fish oil concentrate capsule versus 90 mg EPA and 120 mg DHA for the cod liver oil. I bought the higher dosage omega and started taking 1 capsule 3 times a day before eating. I also stopped drinking my one cup of coffee in the morning. Overnight, I kid you not, my night terrors went away and I was able to get 9 straight hours of deep sleep. It's been over a week now and I am sleeping well. What an amazing relief this is. Not being able to sleep was affecting my work and my marriage. I have such sympathy for those with insomnia issues. You become desperate when you can't get a good night's sleep. It is sheer hell. I read that Michael Jackson also suffered from insomnia and that it tormented him so much that he had to take that drug. Poor man, but I get it now.

Hope this helps someone."

[YEA]  Rich from Las Vegas, NV writes: "Cut an onion in half and place it by your nightstand. You will sleep like a baby. My mother did this for years."

[YEA]  09/18/2007: Laurin from KC, MO writes: "I am writing to say thanks to Ted who wrote me saying that my problem was probably a calcified pineal gland. I have searched for answers to my insomnia for years spent thousands of dollars for both traditional medical and alternative help and only Ted helped me!!!! I know God allowed me to find this answer through him and I want to say thanks to God, earthclinic and many many blessings to TED! After Ted posted the probable cause, I eliminated ALL fluoride from my life (water, toothpaste, mouthwash, etc.). It is shocking how much of this poison has been put into our products as it is present even in health food store brands. I was already applying Potassium Iodine externally (since I developed an iodine allergy, this is only way I have been able to take it.) I also got a magnetic pillow pad which helps sleep but is also said to help the body detox. Now months later I went out into the bright light and did not enter that hyper alert state. Although I also tried the lime juice and ACV drink, I was not faithful but fortunately what I did was enough. To Ted and earthclinic, you are helping many people and offer a great service to mankind. Thanks again and blessings."

[YEA]  12/30/2007: Mo from Rockville, CT writes: "I am a light sleeper and it shows on my face! (dark circles, deep creases, etc). So...In addition to prayer, I started turning my telephone ringer off (I figure God will wake me if something is really wrong). Also, I recently tried sleeping with ocean sounds playing on my clock radio. I love it! I am sleeping better, but am looking for a really deep sleep...any ideas?"

12/26/2011: Jim from Athens, Greece writes: "Dear friends, my name is Jim. I am 50 years old and have a very annoying insomnia for many, many years. I try to have a healthy diet and good sleeping habits but not much physical activity because of a slight immobility problem (not particularly anxious too). No herbs seem to work, only sleeping pills. I have not used sleep inducing devices yet. (does anybody know about them?) I am desperately in need for help! Thank you very much!"

11/15/2010: Anne from Chicago, Il replies: "I used to have sleep issues, and found some natural alternatives that helped a lot. Try elevating your body temperature about an hour before bedtime in a hot bath. Exercise (especially weight lifting or long hikes) will make your body seek the restorative sleep. Don't eat 2 hours before sleeping, and no caffeine, even in chocolate, in the evening (I don't drink coffee at all). I use a sleep mask that helps with keeping out the light, too. Now when I hit the pillow, I'm out pretty quickly."

11/16/2010: Kimmy from Secunderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India replies: "Hi,
You could try Pasiflora Q, a homeopathic remedy to sleep better. Have about 15 drops in half a glass of lukewarm water 3 times a day. The last one should be in the evening about 2 hrs before sleeping. You musn't eat or drink anything at least 15 mins before taking this medicine and make sure you dont brush your teeth immediately afterwards as your tongue has to be clean and not have any strong tastes or smells on it."

11/17/2010: Surulere from Bloomfield, Nj, Usa replies: "Thanks guys for all the positive feedback. I actually did try some natural remedies and it seems to work. 2 tbls of ACV in the morning. Chamomile tea mixed with warm milk at night. Slept like a baby for about 6hrs. However, I'm lactose intolerance and the ACV is killing my appetite. I cant afford to lose any more weight. I have lost 10 pounds in the last 6 months from stress and lack of sleep issues, etc. My insomnia was brought about from anxiety, upper back and neck pain burning sensation that radiate to the hand and feet sometimes. My ears and head are constantly buzzing. My muscles are stiff, tight and feels like it a about to break sometimes. I guess I need to treat anxiety."

11/19/2010: Maria from Gippsland, Australia replies: "Hi Surulere, A few years ago I was getting about 2 hours broken sleep a day. This went on for about 6 months then it got down to about 1 hour for a month. Could not even think straight. My Dr prescribed tryptophan. Took it for about 4 weeks. This broke the cycle for me. Then we were able to deal with the issues. We found one was the house had hidden black mould."

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