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Post by The Mayor on Feb 10, 2006 10:25:46 GMT -5
Insomnia Chaste tree berry, or Agnus castus, is excellent for insomnia. However, it's important to remember that there are two types of insomnia: One involves getting to sleep and the other involves staying asleep. Chaste tree berry is effective for the second type (also called sleep maintenance insomnia). Sleep is largely regulated by the body's secretion of a hormone called melatonin. Its function is to regulate your circadian rhythm or internal clock. As you age, the body slows its production of melatonin. A 2003 study of chaste tree berry showed that it increases the body's melatonin production. Dr Wright recommends taking 1,000 mg to 1,500 mg of dried berry per day, split up into two or three doses. You can take chaste tree berry anytime with or without food.
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