Natural Treatment of Sleep Apnea

More and more people are exploring natural remedies and declining the use of chemical medicines.

Treatments such as herbal and homeopathic remedies not only help to alleviate symptoms but also improve the individual’s overall physical, mental and emotional well-being.

Certain herbs such as Avena sativa, Scuttelaria laterifolia and Passiflora incarnata can safely be taken to treat chronic sleep problems and maintain good sleeping habits.

In addition, a combination of herbs and sleep-facilitating nutrients such as Hypericum perforatuma, Schizandra chinesis, Calcium lactate, Magnesium lactate and Vitamin B6 are recommended as a natural treatment of sleep apnea. They treat the underlying causes of sleep problems, balances serotonin levels naturally and induce a regular, satisfying sleep.

Valerian is an herb that is used for its calming and sedating properties. Studies show that it is useful for insomnia and chronic sleep disorders, though it may take a few weeks to get the optimal effect.

Some studies have found benefits with valerian when it is combined with hops and/or lemon balm as a natural treatment for sleep apnea.

It is generally well tolerated, and does not cause next-day drowsiness when taken at bedtime. It is not recommended for use in conjunction with prescription sleep aids.

Melatonin is a hormone that is secreted from the brain’s pineal gland. The gland regulates a person’s biological clock, particularly day and night cycles.

Melatonin is generally used as a jet lag remedy. It may also help establish sleep patterns for shift workers.

In 2002, some Japanese researchers reported on the case of a 44-year-old male who was successfully treated for OSA by taking a Kampo extract, a traditional Japanese herbal formulation.

Vervain is used to relieve anxiety and depression. It is an herbal remedy for people who find it hard to relax, and can improve sleep apnea symptoms.

Dr. Eve Campanelli of Beverly Hills found that the flower remedy vervain had a calming influence on her patients and helped them solve their sleeping problems.

Ayurvedic remedies as a natural treatment for sleep apnea and insomnia include scalp and soles massage with sesame, brahmi, or jatamamsi oils, a warm bath, or a nutmeg ghee paste applied to the forehead and around the eyes.

Sleep apnea is treated here by changing sleep positions, humidifying the air, and nasya (nosedrops) with warm brahmi ghee.

Traditional acupuncture has sometimes given amazing relief. Electrical stimulation acupuncture has shown even better improvements in some, but not all cases.

However the overall benefit of acupunture and the low incidence of complications recommend this natural treatment for sleep apnea as well worth trying.

Yoga is good for every part of the body and a top treatment for depression, anxiety etc. as well as helping you to keep fit.

If you are using any of these remedies or other non-medical preparations, whether to treat sleep apnea or other conditions, you should always tell your doctor what you're taking, how much, and how often.

This warning is important because some herbal preparations or other non-pharmaceutical remedies for sleep apnea that are safe for yourself, can interact badly with prescription medications.

So, these alternative or natural treatments for sleep apnea and snoring should be taken under the advice of a certified homeopath or after thorough research only.

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