Need a Good Night's Sleep?

How to avoid being ‘frazzled’ and get a good night’s sleep this Christmas season

What can I get him this Christmas? What’s the in-toy for the kids? Is it too late to book the cat into the cattery? Will the turkey fit in the oven this time? What on earth shall I wear to the staff Christmas party?

There are so many stresses frazzling us at this time of year it’s often hard to get a good night’s sleep just at a time when you really need it.

Why do you need good sleep?
Good, refreshing sleep is essential for your health. It gives your body time to recuperate and repair. A recent West Australian study1 of more than 500 people pointed to the way poor quality sleep could have a major, but often overlooked, impact on mental health.

There are a number of reasons why sleep can be affected, including worry or mild stress. Sometimes an imbalance of nutrients can affect the messenger production we need for a good night’s sleep. Sleep is different for everyone so you may need to take the right combination of ingredients to support a healthy sleep for you. If one product hasn’t worked for you then perhaps you should try another.

Clinicians REM Sleep, for example, provides the building blocks to help calm and relax you towards a good night’s sleep. Its powerful combination of nutrients (5-HTP, Magnesium, Vitamin B3 and Vitamin B6) and herbs (Passionflower and Skullcap) are known to support both sleep onset and sleep maintenance.





















Clinicians REM Sleep can be taken:
• To support sleep onset (falling asleep)
• If you’re not sleeping through the night
• If you wake not feeling refreshed and rested
• If worry or mild stress keep you from sleeping
• If you’re travelling across time zones
• For natural sleep support.

Tips for Healthy Sleep
• Go to bed and get up at the same time each day
• Sleep in a dark, quiet room
• Avoid afternoon naps
• Maintain a bedtime routine. Do the same relaxing activities each night
• Avoid caffeine, tobacco, alcohol and chocolate in the hours before bedtime
• Exercise during the day improves sleep onset and quality
• Avoid bright overhead lights during the evening as this suppresses hormone release (melatonin)
• Avoid computer work or games in the evening – if you have to work at night download “f-lux” from Google to reduce bright light and support sleep.

Clinicians REM Sleep is a dietary supplement found in pharmacies and health food stores – just look for the red apple logo.

Enjoy this Christmas season and get plenty of good sleep naturally with Clinicians REM Sleep. Or perhaps pop a bottle in the Christmas stocking for your favourite insomniac.

Clinicians REM Sleep contains 5-HTP which should not be used alongside SSRI and MAOI anti-depressant medication. Individuals taking these medications should use REM Sleep under the supervision of a pharmacist or healthcare professional. Clinicians REM Sleep is not recommended for use during pregnancy, and breastfeeding.

Dietary supplements are not a replacement for a balanced diet. Always read the label, and use as directed. Do not exceed the recommended daily dosage. If symptoms persist, see your health professional.

To find out more about the Clinicians range of products visit: www.clinicians.co.nz

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References:
1. Dr Romola Bucks, University of Western Australia 2010. Presented at the 22nd Annual Scientific Meeting of the Australasian Sleep Association and Australasian Sleep Technologists Association in Christchurch.
TAPs PP9164.
Media contact: Brenda Saunders, Trio Communications, Auckland. Phone: 021 777 171 or 09 307 2213. brenda@triocommunications.co.nz