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How Do Natural Sleep Supplements Work?

Different supplements contain different ingredients, but all help to improve sleep quality. Some common ingredients are found across our range of sleep supplements, so let's take a look.

Always make sure to read the ingredient label of your sleep aid to make sure everything is natural. Here are some of the main ingredients found in your sleep supplements:

• Melatonin: The sleep hormone, melatonin, is critical in helping you maintain a regular sleep schedule. The brain regulates your melatonin levels and if melatonin production is lacking, you will notice a difference in your sleep. Melatonin supplements can help to restore your circadian rhythm and give you better sleep.
  
• Valerian: This herbal medicine derived from valerian root combats mild insomnia. Valerian supplements are not fully understood yet; however, research suggests it relieves headaches and pain that can cause poor sleep.
  
• Lavender: Lavender extract and lavender oil have a calming effect on those who have trouble sleeping. Lavender ensures you sleep comfortably by improving blood circulation and breathing.
  
• Hops: This key ingredient in beer is great for the nervous system. It can lower levels of cortisol - the stress hormone - and decreases your irritation levels.
  
• Lemon balm: Like lavender, lemon balm is calming and can fight mild insomnia, helping you to drop off faster.
  
• Chamomile: Herbal teas like chamomile have been used for many years to reduce sleep latency (the time it takes you to fall asleep). Chamomile has a relaxing effect and is a sleep inducer that can easily form part of your bedtime routine.
  
• Vitamin D: Vitamin D can boost your mental health and reduce the occurrence of intrusive thoughts which keep you awake.

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