4 Natural Supplements That Will Help You Get A Better Night’s Sleep

Melatonin 

Natrol Melatonin Fast Dissolve Tablets ($9.88)

Melatonin is one of the most common sleep supplements on the market and the one that can regulate your sleep cycle so that you don’t fall victim to the trap that is staying up all night and wanting to sleep between noon and midnight.

“Melatonin is a naturally occurring hormone that’s released in cycles throughout the day,” functional medicine expert Dr. Frank Lipman tells Well + Good. “It keeps us alert during the day and at rest during the night, and it is what our body needs to in order to sleep. Many people don’t have high enough levels of melatonin at night, so adding the supplement can help you fall asleep.”

Chamomile and Magnesium 

Zenwise Calming Sleep Support ($17.07)

Magnesium and chamomile are both excellent at reducing stress and anxiety, two culprits that contribute to interrupted sleep. Unfortunately, many people are also deficient in magnesium. This sleep supplement contains a blend of stress-reducing ingredients: magnesium, chamomile flower powder, GABA, and L-Taurine/L-Theanine.

Valerian Root

NOW Valerian Root Capsules ($11.41) 

Valerian root is a natural supplement that Dr. Jim Nicolai, medical director of the Andrew Weil, MD, Integrative Wellness Program, described to Well + Good as “a mild sedative that lowers the anxiety response and promotes relaxation and sleep.” Unlike prescription and even many over-the-counter sedatives, it won’t cause dizziness or grogginess in the morning. Take this supplement about half an hour before bedtime.

Holy Basil 

Organic India Tulsi-Holy Basil Supplement ($14.53)

Similar to valerian root, holy basil is a natural anti-anxiety supplement that has been used in Ayurvedic medicine for centuries. It can regulate cortisol levels and help you unwind early in the evening so that, by the time you hit the sheets, you are ready for a good night’s sleep. 

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