Tips And if you still suffer from disturbed sleep Tried and tested sleep aids Try lavender for a change, a highly effective plant with particularly calming essences. Place a cotton ball dampened with 2 to 3 drops of the essential oil next to you on the nightstand. Also capsules with valerian and St. John’s wort can be helpful. With its soporific alkaloids, valerian has an effect on the body similar to that of synthetic sleeping remedies, however, without their side effects.

St. John's wort is beneficial for people with problems and worries and may help induce a state of restfulness. However, it can take some weeks before significant benefits are seen.

Last night drinks to induce sleep

A glass of milk with honey before bedtime will soothe your nervous system and make you relax. Milk contains sugar which transports the protein component tryptophan to the brain where it promotes the production of serotonin, a messenger substance indispensable for falling asleep. Should a late dinner keep you awake, lemongrass tea helps the body to burn fat. Simply pour a quarter liter of boiling water over half a teaspoon of lemongrass, wait for at least eight minutes, filter and drink it hot and unsugared in small sips.

Another tip against stress

Laugh! As often and as much as you can! Humor is a powerful stress reliever! Look on the bright side of life and spend time with people who whose humour is catching.