Sedative with Lettuce
Cooked lettuce is a great relaxant. Lettuce tea is a fast-acting sedative. Simply pour 1 cup of boiling water over 1 cup shredded lettuce and steep 30 minutes. Strain and drink before bed. Use to release tension or to help you sleep if you suffer from insomnia. Great to use while a patient is recovering from any illness. It keeps them from getting restless and helps them get the rest they need in order for the body to finish the healing process.
Sleep Aid with Buttermilk
Drinking buttermilk before retiring aids in a good night's sleep.
Sleep Aid with Milk
Heat 1 cup of milk and add 2 tablespoons of honey and 2 teaspoons of lemon juice. Drink half hour before retiring.
Make oatmeal as you normally would, but add milk enough to make a thin gruel. Drink this before bed as an aid in getting to sleep. This is a very relaxing way to get children to sleep. It seems to soothe them and make their tummies feel warm and full. It is also good to use during bouts of illness, as it does sooth the stomach and settle upsets, while being nutritious. Make it very special by adding sugar and a pinch of ground cinnamon. Children really do love this. It helps restless children get a good night's sleep.
Sleep Help with Apple
Eating an apple before bedtime seems to help put you to sleep.
Sedative with Catnip-Mild
Pour 2 cups of boiling water over 1 teaspoon of dried catnip. Cover and steep until cool. Flavor if desired. Strain and sweeten. For children, give 1 teaspoon; adults get 2 tablespoons.
Yawn Yourself to Sleep
If you suffer from insomnia, simply practice yawning. Before you know it, you will be asleep.
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