Heather Chase

Heather Chase is a clinical herbalist and the owner fo The Local Grocer in North Conway. (COURTESY PHOTO)

In today’s non-stop world, many of us struggle with sleepless nights. Chronic insomnia has become an American epidemic, chipping away at our overall well-being, but I’ve seen firsthand how natural remedies and simple lifestyle hacks can help put the sleep back in our lives.

One of the tools in our natural sleep kit is GABA, a chemical in the brain that helps you relax. When your GABA levels dip, you might feel wired and restless. Taking a GABA supplement in the evening can gently calm your mind and body, making it easier to drift off. Along with GABA, phosphatidylserine — a compound found in every cell — can help balance cortisol, the stress hormone, reducing those nighttime spikes that might wake you up.

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