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Cant sleep?

Can herbal teas really help you sleep, according to a sleep specialist?

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The most commonly-used herbal teas used for sleep are chamomile, lavender, ashwagandha, and valerian.

Of these, chamomile has some scientific support demonstrating that it can support sleep quality, Dr. Troxel says.

So, why arent herbal teas sufficient for putting you to sleep?

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sleep expert and senior behavioral and social scientist at RAND Corporation

Why is a bedtime routine so important?

So, what are some bedtime routine best practices?

That is simply not how our brains were wired for sleep.

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sleep expert and senior behavioral and social scientist at RAND Corporation

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