Have a cupful half an hour or so before retiring. Other herbs that are commonly used for insomnia are passion flower and chasteberry . For Depression, Nerves, Lethargy, Irritability Depression is a common condition during menopause years. It can be caused by anything from low blood sugar, to poor overall nutrition, to high stress levels, to environmental pollutants, to hormone imbalance. The following herbs, alone or in combination, are useful for depression.
Many herbs work slowly, helping the body to adjust and to rebuild itself.
Give any herb a fair trial of at least a few weeks, ideally a few months. Also for lethargy, try a mix of Damlana , Gotu Kola , Rosemary , and Lavender . Dandelion flower or leaf tea will soothe and nourish jangled nerves. Pour boiling water over a handful and steep a few minutes, adding honey, if you wish. Add a whole Clove or two to other teas, or a pinch of powdered cloves.