Insomnia
Description
Inability to fall asleep or remain asleep for an adequate length of time.
These Substances Alleviate or Prevent Insomnia
ENDOGENOUS SUBSTANCES
Neurotransmitters
Insomnia can occur as a result of insufficient production or secretion of Serotonin - Serotonin's role as an inhibitory Neurotransmitter is responsible for Nerve Impulses that lead to Sleep.
EXOGENOUS SUBSTANCES
Alcohols
Dimethylvinylcarbinol alleviates Insomnia (by sedating the Central Nervous System).
Amino Acids
Taurine alleviates Insomnia by depressing the Central Nervous System.
Tryptophan alleviates Insomnia due to its role as precursor for the production of Serotonin within the body.
Minerals
Calcium sometimes helps to prevent Insomnia.
Insomnia can occur as a result of Iron deficiency.
insomnia sufferers are often found to be deficient in Magnesium.
Insomnia can occur as a result of Potassium deficiency.
Smart Drugs
Dilantin often relieves Insomnia [anecdotal].
Dimethylaminoethanol (DMAE) increases daytime Motivation and physical Energy in Insomnia sufferers [scientific research - humans].
Gamma-Hydroxybutyric Acid (GHB) eliminates
Insomnia [scientific research - humans - small doses produce relaxation, tranquillity and drowsiness making it easier to fall asleep; higher doses increase the drowsiness effect and decrease the time it takes to fall asleep - a large dose will cause sudden sleep within 5-10 minutes]. [GHB-induced sleep closely resembles normal sleep - the CNS continues to be responsive to noxious stimuli such as pain and irritation ]. [the only disadvantage of GHB in the treatment of Sleep disorders is that its effects last for 3 hours maximum -after which some people wake up again - this can be counteracted by taking another dosage of GHB - this effect occurs due to the Dopamine rebound effect].
Vitamins
Insomnia can occur as a result of Vitamin B1 deficiency.
Vitamin B6 is an adjunct to the treatment of Insomnia (due to its role in the conversion of Tryptophan to Serotonin).
These Foods or Herbs Alleviate or Prevent Insomnia
Active Constituents
Apple (juice consumed when retiring at night) alleviates Insomnia.
Balm (tea) reputedly alleviates Insomnia [folklore].
Black Cohosh alleviates Insomnia due to its sedative properties [scientific research - animals].
Catnip reputedly alleviates Insomnia [many anecdotal reports]. Nepetalactone
Chamomile alleviates Insomnia.
Dill Seeds alleviate Insomnia by sedating the Central Nervous System [folklore]
Dolomite is claimed to alleviate Insomnia when supplements are consumed in the evening [anecdotal].
Fo-Ti is claimed to alleviate Insomnia [folklore].
Gotu Kola reputedly alleviates Insomnia.
Grapefruit alleviates Insomnia (juice consumed at night).
Hops (or put Hops into your pillow) alleviate Insomnia. Dimethylvinylcarbinol
Kava Kava alleviates Insomnia [scientific research]. Kavalactones
Lavender (oil applied topically to the temples) alleviates Insomnia.
Lettuce alleviates Insomnia (by sedating the CNS). Lacturcarium
Passion Flower induces Sleep and relaxation (by sedating the Central Nervous System) [scientific research, used in
Valerian alleviates Insomnia by helping to promote Sleep and improving the quality of Sleep [scientific research - humans].
Myths Dispelled
Milk does NOT induce Sleep (as the Tryptophan in Milk is suppressed by the other Amino Acids in Milk).
These Substances Cause or Exacerbate Insomnia
ENDOGENOUS SUBSTANCES
Hormones
Excessive production of Adrenaline that occurs when under Stress can cause Insomnia by unpleasantly over-stimulating the body.
EXOGENOUS SUBSTANCES
Alkaloids
Ephedrine can cause Insomnia (due to it imitating the actions of Adrenaline).
Amino Acids
Excessive consumption of Aspartic Acid can cause Insomnia (by causing over-stimulation of the N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) Receptors in the Brain.
Excessive consumption of Glutamic Acid can cause Insomnia (by causing over-stimulation of the N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) Receptors in the Brain.
Monosodium Glutamate (MSG) can cause Insomnia (by causing over-stimulation of the N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) Receptors in the Brain.
Excessive Phenylalanine can cause Insomnia.
Excessive Tyrosine can cause Insomnia.
Methylxanthines
Caffeine can cause Insomnia.
Minerals
Excessive consumption of Copper can cause Insomnia.
Pharmaceutical Drugs
Long term use of Barbiturates causes Insomnia.
Insomnia can occur as a withdrawal symptom after the cessation of usage of Minor Tranquillizers.
Smart Drugs
Centrophenoxine infrequently causes mild temporary Insomnia as a side-effect if consumed at night.
Dilantin use occasionally causes Insomnia as a side-effect.
Overdosage of Dimethylaminoethanol (DMAE) can cause Insomnia (this side-effect disappears when dosage is lowered).
Insomnia is a side effect of L-Dopa supplementation, but this side effect rapidly diminishes.
Pemoline (Cylert) can cause Insomnia if consumed near bedtime.
These Foods or Herbs can Cause Insomnia
Active Constituents
Aspartame can cause Insomnia. Aspartic Acid
Methanol
Coffee can cause Insomnia. Caffeine
Ephedra over-use can cause Insomnia. Ephedrine
Ginsengs occasionally cause Insomnia (only when consumed in conjunction with Caffeine).
These Ailments can Cause Insomnia
Alcohol-Related Ailments
Temporary Insomnia is a symptom of Hangovers.
Digestive System
Chronic Constipation can cause Insomnia.
Nervous System
Depression can be the underlying cause of Insomnia.
Sexual System - Female
Insomnia can occur as a result of the PMT-A (Anxiety) form of Pre-Menstrual Tension (PMT) [scientific research - humans].
Types of Insomnia:
Delayed Sleep Phase Disorder
Jet Lag
Itching
Medical Name: Pruritus
Description
The sensation of having or feeling a peculiar irritation of the Skin which causes a desire to scratch the area affected.
Itching can be caused by either a local Skin irritation or disorders of the Nervous System.
These Substances Alleviate Itching
Bacteria - Beneficial
Lactobacillus acidophilus is effective in treating Itching of the groin, under the breastline, armpits, elbows, knees and the itching associated with Eczema and Vaginal Thrush.
These Foods or Herbs Alleviate Itching
Active Constituents
Aloe Vera (gel applied topically) alleviates Itching.
Calendula (petals applied topically) alleviates Itching.
Chamomile (oil applied topically) alleviates Itching.
Chickweed (ointment applied topically)
Cod Liver Oil alleviates Itching of the Scalp. Vitamin A
Lavender (oil as an ingredient of Shampoos) alleviates Itching of the Scalp.
Sage (tea applied topically) alleviates Itching.
Tea Tree Oil (either applied topically or added to a bath) alleviates most types of Itching of the Skin.
Yoghurt (applied topically) alleviates Itching. Lactobacillus acidophilus
These Substances Cause Itching
Minerals - Toxic
Arsenic poisoning causes Itching.
These Ailments can Cause Itching
Immune System
Many types of Allergies cause Itching.
Itching is a side effect of some Bacterial/Viral Infections.
Herpes Simplex Virus infection causes Itching.
Metabolism
Itching is commonly a side effect of Jaundice.
Musculoskeletal System
Dermatitis usually causes Itching.
Eczema usually causes Itching.
Itching can occur as a result of Hives.
Itching occurs as a result of Insect Bites/Stings.
Pediculosis (crabs) infections always cause Itching.
Itching often occurs in conjunction with Rashes of the Skin.
Scabies always causes Itching.
Intense Itching occurs in conjunction with Shingles.
Itching occurs in conjunction with
Itching often occurs during the healing process of Wounds.
Nervous System
Itching can occur as a result of Nervousness.
Sexual System - Female
Itching of the Vagina can occur as a result of Vaginitis.
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