Nowadays, there’s no shortage of gizmos, gadgets, and medications you can try to improve your #sleep. While many of these products are great (and hey, we’ve even tested out a few of them here at Sleepopolis), the sheer quantity can be overwhelming. In fact, it can almost make you wonder what folks did before the advent of sleep-tracking devices and fast-acting melatonin supplements.
In all likelihood, they slept, and arguably much better than we do. So, how did they combat weariness and fatigue? For my money, I’d say they probably used their fair share of #natural sleep #aids.
Thus inspired by our #drowsy forebears, I decided to round up a few of the best natural sleep aids still available on the market. They run the gamut from teas to pills, supplements, extracts, and more and are sure to simplify your bedtime routine.
Note: The content on Sleepopolis is meant to be informative in nature, but it shouldn’t take the place of medical advice and supervision from a trained professional. If you feel you may be suffering from any sleep disorder or medical condition, please see your healthcare provider immediately.
0:00 Introduction
0:20 Benefits of Natural Sleep Aids
1:30 Lemon Balm for Sleep
2:45 Chamomile for Sleep
3:35 Tart Cherry Sleep Aid
4:50 Kava Kava Benefits for Sleep
5:45 Valerian Root for Sleep
7:00 Lavender for Sleep
7:55 Passionflower for Sleep
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Tried so many products before, but nothing worked like Sleep Naturals. Feeling relaxed and refreshed every morning. Thank you, Planet Ayurveda
Have tried all of these. I have middle insomnia due to high night-time cortisol. The only thing I’ve found that works in this situation, is phosphatidylserine 200-300mg.
A wonderfully researched and balanced breakdown of the options. The scientific approach you’ve taken here is so refreshing and genuinely helpful for navigating a very crowded space.
It brings up a fascinating, larger question, though. We’re meticulously comparing these ‘aids’ to find the most effective one, treating sleeplessness like a technical problem that needs the right input. But what if our inability to sleep isn’t a deficiency to be corrected, but a biological signal? What if it’s an alarm bell, telling us something vital about our environment, our stress, or our daily rhythms that a simple remedy might just silence, rather than solve?
This shift from seeking a ‘fix’ to understanding the ‘signal’ is a central theme I’m constantly exploring. It reframes the question from ‘What can I take for this?’ to ‘What is my body trying to tell me?’
Great video, Cody. It’s so important to highlight the historical use and safety profile of these natural remedies. The point about consulting a medical professional is a responsible one that can’t be stressed enough.
A fascinating aspect that builds on your lemon balm point is the concept of botanical synergy. While lemon balm is effective on its own for anxiety-related sleeplessness, its sedative properties are significantly enhanced when combined with valerian root. They work on different but complementary GABA pathways in the brain, creating a more comprehensive calming effect than either herb alone.
Exploring how these different botanicals can work together is a central theme I often break down in my own research.