Sleep Support Supplements

The most common sleep disorder is sleeplessness, which is when youre unable to fall asleep or remain asleep, and its usually the main reason people look for sleep support supplements. Unfortunately, this sleep disorder is extremely common, many American adults experience it at some point in their lives.* There are a variety of causes, but some of t... he most common are: Stress, Anxiety, and Depression: These can be two of the most common causes of chronic sleeplessness. Stress, anger, worry, anxiousness, and negative thoughts can have a dramatic effect on sleep quality.* Stimulants: Excessive use of caffeine, such as energy drinks and coffee, can be one of the most common causes of intermittent and transient sleeplessness. This is sleeplessness that occurs periodically or only for a few nights at a time.* Medications: Some medications can interfere with sleep, such as antidepressants, ADHD medication, corticosteroids, thyroid hormone, high blood pressure medication, some contraceptives, pain relievers that contain caffeine, diuretics, and diet pills.* Chronic Pain: A variety of conditions that cause chronic pain can also disrupt sleep, such as: arthritis, chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, inflammatory bowel disease, headaches, lower back pain.* The most common problem people have is falling asleep and staying asleep. For serious sleep disorders, a doctor may advise a prescription drug to be taken nightly.* Selective Gamma-aminobutyric acid medications: These prescription medications target the GABA receptors in the brain. GABA is the neurotransmitter that reduces alertness and promotes relaxation. 14 Unfortunately, this medication may cause side effects like hallucinations, memory disturbances, and black-outs wherein people report sleepwalking, sleep-eating, and even sleep-driving.* Benzodiazepines: Typically prescribed for anxiety, these prescription drugs activate the GABA receptors in the brain and cause sedation and relaxation. They can be considered extremely addictive with very difficult withdrawal ...Read More