Posted by Sara T on June 8, 2000, at 19:45:07
In reply to melatonin, posted by pollypop on June 8, 2000, at 13:05:00
> I haven't tried it---tried Valerian...it worked for a few nights, but then stopped. What is with that?
If you try melatonin, make sure the brand you get is using a pharmaceutical grade melatonin. I have used both and the pharmaceutical grade is much stronger I think. Since herbal remedies are not regulated, you really do't know what youu're getting from dose to dose. You have to be careful to read the labels and look for levels of standardization. There are alot more books and info out there on the right things to look for and the pharmacology of herbs as well as their effectiveness.
Milk, bananas and some other foods that contain Tryptophan reduce anxiety. That's why the warm milk before bedtime works so well.
Sara T.
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