It is estimated that over 35 million Americans suffer from some sort of insomnia.

While we all have occasional nights when we struggle to fall asleep, nothing can describe the frustration of struggling to go to sleep night after night!

Medical science recognizes the strong association between good health and good quality sleep.

Unfortunately, due to lack of understanding and limited time, many conventional doctors do not take the time to investigate what the cause of a sleep disturbance might be and simply write out a prescription and send the patient on his or her way.

For detailed discussions on insomnia and sleep disorders see Medline Plus.

What is insomnia?

Insomnia, or the inability to fall or remain asleep can take many different forms and has multiple causes.

Some people struggle to fall asleep at night (initial insomnia), while others wake in the middle of the night for no particular reason and struggle to fall asleep again (middle insomnia).

Many people suffering from depression find themselves awake in the early hours of the morning, long before they need to get up (terminal insomnia). Insomnia may also be chronic (nearly every night) or intermittent (occasional insomnia).

What causes insomnia?

There are many potential causes of insomnia, including sleep apnea, snoring, bladder or prostate problems, stress or depression.

People who are over 60 years old and women going through the menopause are more prone to insomnia, probably due to decreased levels of melatonin in the brain.

Other causes of insomnia include 'restless legs' syndrome, magnesium or iron deficiency, hormonal imbalance, shift work and excessive consumption of caffeine or other stimulants.

Insomnia is also a side effect of some prescription anti-depressant medication.

In order to understand the causes of true insomnia, we need to have a look at how the sleep cycle works.

The amino acid L-tryptophan (found naturally in certain foods) is used in the manufacture of a neurotransmitter called serotonin.

Serotonin, in turn, is transformed into melatonin by the pineal gland in the brain. The pineal gland only becomes active after dark. By regulating levels of melatonin, our bodies create the 'sleep-wake cycle'.

Of course the process is more complex than this and there are other things that could contribute to sleep problems. However, sufficient production of serotonin and melatonin is crucial in promoting and maintaining healthy sleep.

Restoring healthy sleep the natural way

Because of limited time and lack of understanding of the natural sleep cycle, many conventional doctors prescribe strong sleeping tablets for insomnia like Diazepam (Valium), Lorazapam, Alprazolam, etc.

These can be highly addictive and if used for more than a week or two can result in a lifetime of dependence. Using strong drugs to fall asleep often means that the body's natural sleep cycle is disturbed and the ability to fall asleep naturally is lost.

The person often needs to take stronger and stronger medication in order to fall asleep at night. Grogginess in the morning is not uncommon

Naturopaths recognize that sleep is like a barometer. When someone consistently struggles to sleep, this is a sign that something is wrong and needs to be investigated.

Perhaps there are problems at work or in a relationship. Perhaps there is a depression that needs to be treated. Maybe there is a serotonin or a magnesium deficiency which needs attention. Maybe there is another condition which is causing the sleep problem.

Simply taking strong drugs to fall asleep is not enough and can further complicate the picture.

The first step, therefore, is always to ask what is causing the insomnia and try and correct this so that a healthy sleep pattern can be re-established.

What about other herbal products like Valerian and L-tryptophan and Melatonin?

Valerian - is a herb which is often used for insomnia and it can be very effective. However, we prefer not to make use of Valerian in our remedies. Most experienced naturopaths are aware of the fact that continued use of Valerian can worsen or cause depression.

L-triptophan - is not a herbal product. As mentioned above L-triptophan is a chemical which is natural found in some foods. It is used by the body to manufacture serotonin and melatonin. That is why L-triptophan has been used as an aid to sleep and a treatment for depression.

In the 1980's there was a serious problem of contamination of L-triptophan. This caused over 40 deaths and more than 2000 people developed a disabling muscle disorder called eosinophilia-myalgia syndrome (EMS). Although it is asserted that the problem was temporary and has now been resolved, at Native Remedies we care for your health and would not like to take a similar risk!

Melatonin - because melatonin is a naturally occurring substance in the body and is directly responsible for inducing sleep, it can be a very effective aid in the treatment of insomnia.

However, melatonin is either synthetic (called pharmaceutical melatonin) and therefore not a natural remedy - or it is directly derived from animal sources, which carries the risk of contamination. It is not always clear what the source is of the melatonin sold in health stores.

There has also not been sufficient research on the long term effects of taking additional melatonin. There are suggestions that regular use could suppress the body's own production of melatonin, causing a chronic sleep problem or that taking additional melatonin can have a negative effect on the immune system, particularly in people who are prone to auto-immune illnesses like arthritis, lupus, MS, etc.

The amount of melatonin found in sleep and depression remedies is many times the amount needed for healthy sleep and no one really knows what the effects could be in the long term.

How will Serenite and MindSoothe help?

Occasional Insomnia - Use SerenitePlus only

Some people suffer from occasional insomnia caused by stress or an overactive mind. This can be very distressing while you struggle to 'switch off' and fall asleep, knowing that you have to wake up and function in a couple of hours.

Sometimes occasional insomnia becomes so bad, that it can develop into chronic insomnia due to the association between bed and stress.

There are many herbs which can induce deep relaxation naturally, thereby helping you to drift off to sleep without strong drugs and preventing the development of more chronic insomnia.

SerenitePlus contains carefully selected herbs which have been used for centuries to promote relaxation and induce a state of drowsiness. If occasional sleep difficulties are your problem, Serenite is a proven, 100% safe, non-addictive alternative to prescription sleeping pills.

Serenite's herbal ingredients provide extraordinary calming properties and act as a tonic for the nervous system, helping you to get a full night's sleep, awakening refreshed and revitalized.

Native Remedies is so certain that you will be completely satisfied with their wonderful, natural products, that they offer a 60-day unconditional money back guarantee*.

Chronic Insomnia - Use SerenitePlus and MindSoothe

Occasional insomnia is bad enough! When insomnia becomes chronic and you find yourself struggling to fall asleep every night, then something additional is needed to help you to restore healthy sleeping patterns.

Especially if you wake in the middle of the night or early in the morning and struggle to fall asleep again, it is possible that your serotonin or melatonin levels are inadequate.

Research has shown that chronic insomnia is often linked to low levels of serotonin in the brain. As indicated above, melatonin, the sleep hormone, is manufactured directly from serotonin.

Low levels of serotonin, therefore mean that not enough melatonin will be produced by the pineal gland, thus causing insomnia.

MindSoothe is a 100% herbal remedy containing St John's Wort and Passiflora in therapeutic dosage.

MindSoothe has been especially formulated by our resident Clinical Psychologist to safely and effectively combat the symptoms of depression and insomnia, without the harmful side effects and risk of addiction associated with some prescription medicines.

Won't a prescription anti-depressant do the same job?

Of course this is your choice and can be discussed with your doctor. However, remember that insomnia may be a side effect of some of the prescription anti-depressants. Furthermore, clinical trials have suggested that St John's Wort, one of the ingredients of MindSoothe, is just as effective as many of the major prescription anti-depressants, but has far fewer undesirable side effects.

The Policy at Native Remedies is to introduce as few foreign chemicals into the body as possible, especially those that have not been adequately researched and, as far as possible, to use herbs which have been tried and tested, clinically and traditionally, to be both highly effective and safe.

During times of stress and emotional upset, the body uses more serotonin than it can produce. Without adding anything artificial to the body, MindSoothe stops the over metabolism of serotonin, allowing it to naturally return to optimum levels for healthy melatonin production.

Taken over a 3 - 5 week period, MindSoothe will therefore restore normal sleep patterns. While MindSoothe is taking effect, we recommend Serenite capsules or drops, which can then be discontinued after MindSoothe has balanced serotonin levels.

Many people have found that their sleep problems disappear completely after a course of MindSoothe combined with Serenite and that they are able to once again fall asleep and stay asleep without the use of any medication at all.

Is there anything else I can do to promote healthy sleep?

Of course there is! Native Remedies promotes the development of healthy habits and a lifestyle aimed at optimal health, happiness and body functioning.

Here are some suggestions:

1. If you have problems in your work, your relationships or even rooted in your childhood, it is important that any intervention include counseling to help you to make the changes necessary to help you to sleep well again. Consult our Clinical Psychologist for an initial assessment. After completing an easy questionnaire, she will be able to make recommendations as to the best way to treat your insomnia.

2. Make sure that you have regular exercise (inactivity is often one of the causes of insomnia), a healthy diet and regular bedtimes

4. Avoid stimulants like coffee or tea at least 4 hours before bedtime

5. Take a good multi-vitamin which includes magnesium and iron

6. Women going through the menopause often suffer from insomnia. If this applies to you, a course of MellowPause is recommended to promote female reproductive health and reduce the unpleasant side effects of menopause naturally and without artificial hormonal replacement therapy (HRT)

7. A company named ForeverGreen has recently developed a system for extracting the complete nutrients available from marine phytoplankton without destroying the nutients. They then combine these nutrients into a tonic they call FrequenSea. People who have used this tonic have reported often fantastic health benefits for a whole variety of conditions, including insomnia. Although this company is not associated with Native Remedies we highly recommend that you check it out for yourself. Click Here for information on FrequenSea.

What are the ingredients?

Serenite contains the following herbs

Lavendula Augustifolia is another well-known herb which has made its home in countries all over the world, including Europe and Africa and is also used in Arab medicine as an expectorant. It is best known for its calming properties and as a tonic for the nervous system. Lavender contains the active ingredients tannins, coumarins, flavinoids, triterpenoids and volatile oil.

Melissa Officinalis is indigenous to the Eastern Mediterranean region but is widespread throughout Africa. It is often used as a general nervous system restorative, digestive calmative and to reduce blood pressure. Its active ingredients include volatile oil (including citronella), tannins, flavinoids, tocopherols and choline.

Passiflora Incarnata - also called Passion Flower or Passieblom - is used as a sedative and for insomnia and can relieve anxiety and nervousness. Active ingredients include flavonoids, cyanogenic glycosides, alkaloids and saparin. It helps to calm and soothe and is also thought to reduce high blood pressure and nervous tremors.

Humulus Lupulus is a sedative and restoring tonic for the central nervous system containing volatile oils, valerianic acid, estrogenic substances, tannins, bitter principle and flavinoids.

MindSoothe contains:

Hypericum Perforatum - called St John's Wort in Europe. It has been used for centuries to treat depression, anxiety and sleep disorders and is traditionally used as a restoring tonic for the nervous system and to lift the spirits. More recently, there have been a number of clinical studies that have demonstrated that standardized extracts of Hypericum are more effective than a placebo in the treatment of depression.Active ingredients include glycosides, flavonoids, volatile oils, tannins and resins. The active ingredients in Hypericum are thought to boost serotonin levels, which are usually lacking in depressed people. In some countries like Germany, the sale of St John's Wort has outstripped many of the major prescription anti-depressants.

Passiflora Incarnata - also called Passion Flower - is used as a sedative and for insomnia and can relieve anxiety and nervousness. Active ingredients include flavonoids, cyanogenic glycosides, alkaloids and saparin. Combined with Hypericum, it helps to calm and soothe, and is also thought to reduce high blood pressure and nervous tremors.

How do I use Serenite and MindSoothe?

Serenite Dosage (capsules): Take two capsules 5 minutes before bedtime.

Serenite Dosage (drops): 10 – 15 drops in a little water 5 minutes before bedtime.

MindSoothe Dosage (capsules): Take two capsules in the morning and two at night.

How long until I see results?

Serenite Liquid - a feeling of drowsiness and relaxation will be noted within about 5 - 10 minutes.

Serenite Capsules - about 15 to 20 minutes.

MindSoothe Capsules - 3-5 weeks to show full effect.

How long will a bottle last?

One bottle of Serenite will last 30 days. A 90-day supply is offered at a discount

One bottle of MindSoothe will last 15 days. A 45-day supply is offered at a discount

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