Insomnia
6 herbs and supplements with traditional or clinical support
A perennial herb whose pungent root has been used for centuries to support sleep onset and ease nervous tensio...
- supports sleep onset
- most-studied herb for insomnia
- modulates gaba neurotransmission
An essential macromineral that acts as a cofactor in over 300 enzyme reactions. Most of the body's magnesium i...
- cofactor for over 300 enzymes, including those that pro...
- required for dna, rna, and protein synthesis
- supports normal muscle function and helps prevent cramp...
A lemon-scented mint-family herb traditionally used for anxiety, sleep, digestive comfort, and topically for c...
- mild calming and anxiolytic action
- supports sleep, especially with valerian
- carminative — eases nervous stomach
A climbing vine with intricate flowers, used as a gentle nervous system relaxant and sleep aid.
- mild anxiolytic and sedative action
- modulates gaba receptors
- comparable to oxazepam for generalized anxiety in one t...
A daisy-like flower with a long history of use for digestive comfort, mild relaxation, sleep support, and skin...
- supports relaxation
- mild calming effect for anxiety
- supports sleep onset
A fragrant Mediterranean herb whose flowers and oil ease mild anxiety, support sleep through aromatherapy, and...
- eases mild anxiety (oral capsule, silexan)
- aromatherapy supports relaxation
- topical oil eases mild headache