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I’m 54 and perimenopausal and went through a four-month period of sleeplessness last year.
Doctors prescribed all sorts of horrible anti-depressants (like Klonopin!), Ambien, Valium… nothing worked.
I also tried taking Benedryl at night…
What finally worked for me was Valerian Mint tea, recommended by a client (I’m a web designer). The brand name is Alvita and it’s available at Whole Foods. I simply drink a cup before bedtime and I’m sleepy within 15 minutes. I now sleep at least 5 – 6 hours per night, sometimes longer!
It’s been a godsend.
[This recommendation was originally posted in this conversation. ~ Eds.]
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Yes I have thick legs with thick ankles, my Dad's! Tights the same color as the dress or bone shoes with bare legs. Not a straight skirt and never patterned stockings or leggings!
At 50, I’ve had bouts of insomnia for years, and have gone the Benadryl and chamomile tea routes. Very rarely have they worked. Thanks for the tip on the Valerian Mint. There’s a Whole Foods not far from home, so I’ll give it a go.
GNC’s Melatonin 1 was recommended to me by a holistic therapist. ONLY THE CHERRY MELTS. You put 3 under your tongue. Works most of the time for me.
I used to use valerian root in a tincture mixed with water. It tasted terrible but worked well to calm a restless sleeper. There are pills available if you don’t like the tea.