Sleeping problems, tips and information

Sleep is one of our bacis human needs. Nevertheless nowadays many people suffer from insomnia. For instance, one third of the Americans say they are loosing sleep over worrying about the US economy and other personal (financial) concerns, according to a poll by the National Sleep Foundation (NSF). Easy Sleep Plaza believes it is better to prevent than to cure. Therefore below you will find some tips and information on the subject of sleeping.

Tips for sleeping
Insomnia is often caused by tension or worries, which keep you from relaxing. It can also be caused by physical complaints like pain, itches or coughing. Working irregular shifts also disturb the day/night rhythm. Then there are coffee, cigarettes, alcohol and strenuous efforts that can keep you active and keep you from falling asleep. Some tips to prepare for a good night rest:

• Don’t sleep during the day,
• Try to go to bed at more or less the same time every night,
• Don’t take too much coffee, black tea, nicotine or alcohol at night,
• Wear comfortable, loose clothes at night,
• Keep the bedroom well ventilated and keep the room temperature down,
• Don’t use your bedroom as a work-, study- or TV room,
• If you can’t fall asleep, read something preferably in another room.

What happens when we sleep?
When you have a good night rest, you usually wake up feeling healthy and fit. Our body uses sleep to recover from the activities that took place during the day. While sleeping, our body takes the time to cleanse itself. But apart from physical aspects we also use our sleep to give emotions and thoughts a place.

Stages of sleep
Between 8 and 9 pm we usually take the time to unwind. This way we enter the relaxing phase. Sleep is broadly divided into 2 stages: REM sleep and non REM sleep. The delta, or slow wave sleep takes place during your non REM sleep early on in the night, while you move to REM sleep toward the morning. Both stages are essential for the body to fully rest. We usually sleep 8 hours, depending on age and the individual. Sufficient sleep benefits alertness, memory, problem solving and overall health. A good night rest and a good biorhythm are essential for your functioning during the day.

"Sambrosa" products
Fortunately nature offers us a helping hand. There are a number of herbs that are associated with sleep enhancing effects. Many of these herbs are used in the herbal mixtures of the Sambrosa products. As every person and every body is different, we developed three different sleeping products. You will find the Sambrosa products under "products" on this website so that you can choose which one suits you best.