What are the best natural remedies for insomnia?

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Not being able to fall asleep at night can be incredibly frustrating. You’re tossing and turning, exhausted but unable to drift off. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone—millions of people struggle with insomnia, making it difficult to get through the next day. While medication is an option, experts often recommend non-drug approaches as the most effective solutions. Light therapy, weighted blankets, and natural remedies like valerian tea or chamomile essential oils can all help improve sleep quality. Melatonin supplements can also be useful, but they’re best for short-term use. So how do these remedies work? Which one is right for you? And when should you consider cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: ⁠⁠What are the warning signs of depression?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Could Bare Minimum Mondays protect us from burnout?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠What are the dangers with being overly perfectionist?⁠⁠ A podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. First broadcast: 28/03/2025 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices