Some of the medicinal uses of GHB include narcolepsy, depression, alcohol withdrawal, epilepsy, and anesthesia. Historically, GHB was sold in health food stores until it was removed from the retail market by the FDA in 1991. However, the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act of 1994 (DSHEA) made possible the legal sale of GHB precursors,… Read More »
This paper reviews numerous findings concerned with the activity of fatty acids, especially α-linolenic/linoleic acid, particularly with their interaction with neurochemical systems and their consequences for the changes in thermoregulation, learning, and other functions that accompany dietary manipulation of FA intake. Linoleic acid is an essential fatty acid that must be consumed for proper health.… Read More »
Yet many sites that will not cite the study they refer to (lazy) state that melatonin can constrict the cardiac arteries. Abstract: The number of patients with well-controlled hypertension is alarmingly low worldwide and new approaches to treatment of increased blood pressure (BP) are being sought. Melatonin has a role in blood pressure regulation. The… Read More »
Pantothenic acid (B5) is an effective part of a anti-insomnia vitamin regimen. It is good for relieving stress. Inositol enhances REM sleep. Take 100 mg daily, at bedtime. Chromium is often effective for someone with a blood sugar problem that is keeping them awake at nights.
Insomnia and Nutrition – Vitamins and Supplements Deficiencies in certain vitamins, minerals, amino acids and enzymes may disrupt sleep. Calcium, magnesium, B vitamins, folic acid and melatonin deficiencies may impair sleep.The following are specific nutritional supplements known to aid sleep: Calcium, especially when contained in food, has a sedative effect on the body. A calcium… Read More »