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Help For Post-Menopausal Insomnia?

Dr. Michael J. Breus | Posted 12.27.2011 | Healthy Living
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Dr. Michael J. Breus

A recent study indicates that the herbal supplement valerian is an effective treatment for women with post-menopausal insomnia.

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Sleep in a Can

Matthew Edlund, M.D. | Posted 09.10.2011 | Home
Read More: Valerian, Relaxation Drinks, Melatonin, Melatonin Sleep, Circadian Rhythms, Lazy Cakes, Valerian Root, Melatonin Insomnia, Home News
Matthew Edlund, M.D.

Despite the fears of scientists and clinicians, the legal loophole of "herbals" allowing relaxation drinks to be marketed as safe foods is presently big enough for an Imperial Roman Army to march though.

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Why Don't Patients Take Their Meds?

Danielle Ofri, MD, PhD | Posted 05.25.2011 | New York
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Danielle Ofri, MD, PhD

A good chunk of those beautifully printed, fully legible prescriptions never make it to the drug store to be converted into actual pills.

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7 Tips To Sleep, Perchance To Dream

Brigitte Mars | Posted 11.17.2011 | Healthy Living
Read More: Valerian, Zen, Lavender, Kava Kava, Caffeine, Food, Dream, Blue, Melatonin, Herbs, Sleep, Healthy Living News
Brigitte Mars

Blissful sleep is that rejuvenating, recharging repose in which about one third of our lives are hopefully spent. When sleep is elusive, it is best to determine and change the cause.

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