1. I cannot remember last time I enjoyed a good night’s sleep.

2. I have difficulty falling asleep at least four nights out of every seven.

3. I frequently wake up in middle of night and struggle to get back to sleep.

4. I often wake up at least an hour or more before my alarm clock rings.

5. More often than not, I go to bed and get up at same time each day.

6. I follow a regular exercise routine.

7. My diet includes a healthy balance of fruits, vegetables and whole grains.

8. I watch television or have a computer in my bedroom.

9. My spouse/partner complains about my snoring.

10. I am frequently sleepy during day and often wake up feeling tired.

11. I often experience a tingling or crawling sensation in my legs and feet.

12. I frequently find myself accidentally falling asleep during day.

Answering “true” to any of first four questions will help confirm fact that you may be suffering from serious insomnia.

Answering “true” to questions five through eight, however, suggests that you have already established lifestyle habits conducive to a good night's sleep. Having difficulty sleeping despite following a healthy exercise, diet and daily routine suggests that you could be suffering from some form of insomnia. You may want to try using natural sleep remedies to manage your condition, and considering seeking advice of a medical professional if it persists.

Answering “true” to last four questions may indicate that you suffer from severe insomnia or a related sleep disorder, and you should seek advice of a medical professional.

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For most narcoleptics a combination of prescription medications, natural sleep remedies and behavioral strategies prove best means of effectively managing their narcolepsy. This pro-active approach to dealing with condition involves simple lifestyle adjustments to enhance quality and duration of each night's sleep (including dietary changes and use of regular exercise) as well as actively managed sleep cycles that incorporate short, scheduled naps. A variety of natural sleep remedies can also successfully help narcoleptics manage their condition.

Herbal teas and infusions can effectively help to induce and enhance body's natural sleep cycle and offer a healthful alternative to sleeping pills. Supplementary melatonin (the hormone produced as part of body's natural sleep cycle) may also help narcoleptics enjoy a better night's sleep. Guided meditation and relaxation, chromatherapy and aromatherapy can also prove valuable natural enhancements to successful management of narcolepsy.

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