Perhaps nothing is more frustrating and harmful to great health than insomnia. Below is a list of supplements that we’ve found helpful in restoring restful sleep.
- Melatonin 1-15mg at bedtime (sleep promoting hormone)
- L-theanine 100-400mg at bedtime (increases calm alpha-wave brain activity)
- GABA 100-500mg at bedtime (calming)
- Phosphatidylserine 200-400mg take 4-5 hours prior to bedtime (lowers cortisol)
- Ashwaganda 125-250mg 1-2x/day (lowers cortisol)
- 5-hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) 50-300mg at bedtime (precursor to serotonin – melatonin)
- Relora-Plex from Douglas Labs (lowers cortisol)
- Rest-Reset from Douglas Labs (calming)
