If muscle tension is causing sleeplessness, try taking preparations Kava-kava before bedtime. This may increase production of the brain's own sedative neurotransmitters. Use breathing exercises when trying to fall asleep. With the use of any supplement, remember that they are for short term use. Many of the supplements have been shown to cause a dependence on the supplement.
Many people find it helpful to read a book or watch a video.
But whatever you decide to do, don't just lay in bed tossing and turning. The statements on these web pages have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. The products listed on these pages are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Alternative or Complementary Medicine is meant to complement traditional therapy. Individual treatment should be a balance of alternative and traditional, integrating the two together, to provide the best possible care.