Institute of Nutritional Endocrinology (INE): Body Freedom Foundations – Pillar 2: Rest and Relaxation – Herbs and Supplements for Optimizing Your Sleep
Body Freedom Foundations
Pillar 2: Rest and Relaxation
Herbs and Supplements for Optimizing Sleep
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Watch the Instructional Video for Herbs and Supplements to Support Your Clients
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Action Steps to Offer Your Clients
#1: Research herbs and supplements to assist with sleep.
Watch the video above and review the document below for a list of the most popular and effective herbs for enhancing sleep. After you listen to my brief descriptions of the herbs and nutrients, write down any that resonate with you for each particular client, and do a little research of your own to determine which one(s) might be most helpful.
Herbs and Supplements to Assist with Sleep: Download the pdf document to access a list of helpful herbs and supplements that can assist with relaxation and sleep.
#2: Take relaxing herbs before bed.
Recommend that your client take relaxing herbs 30 – 60 minutes before bed, then again at bedtime.
Sometimes when it’s hard to fall asleep, it’s because your mind is racing or you’re stressed from the day’s events. When this happens, sometimes specific herbs and nutrients can help.
