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For many women during their perimenopause and menopause years, insomnia is very common.  From having trouble falling asleep to waking up throughout the night,  insomnia strikes many women leaving them tired and miserable the next day.  You may also be one of those women who wakes in a pool of sweat during the night.  Pre menopause symptoms of night sweats  is caused by the body’s hormonal fluctuations and inconsistent body temperature .  Instead of relying on sleeping pills, try some natural remedies first.  Many times that’s all you need.
Magnesium   works wonders for anyone having trouble falling asleep.  It is great for menopausal symptoms  and perimenopause symptoms because it help balance hormones, calms nerves and promotes deep restful sleep.  Magnesium oil also relieves aches, spasms and pains, elevates mood and supports a healthy immune system.  Many people suffer menopause symptoms like  pms, fibromyalgia, cramps and migraines needlessly because they don’t have enough magnesium!

If you have magnesium deficiency you may experience fatigue, leg cramps, loss of appetite, depression, or high blood pressure.  The recommended RDA of magnesium is 320mg a day for women.  Up to 90% of Americans do not get enough!  It is often called the forgotten mineral.  If you overlook it your body will pay a price.   You can find magnesium in dark green leafy vegetables, nuts and whole grain foods. Pumpkin seeds, cashews, almonds, avocados, bananas, potatoes, spinach and legumes are all great sources of magnesium.

You can also take a supplement if you feel you are lacking.  Many come with calcium and vitamin D in the mix.  That is because magnesium helps the body absorb calcium and potassium.  Calcium and magnesium work synergistically in hundreds of reactions in the body and must be taken in balance.  The contraction-relaxation phase of muscle function cannot operate without magnesium.  Bones also need a healthy balance of both.  Calcium is essential for healthy blood and regulates heartbeat, assists in blood clotting and iron absorption, eases insomnia and regulates the passage of nutrients in and out of our cells.

Magnesium helps keep your heart and bones strong and healthy.  It helps regulate body temperature and activates the enzymes necessary for metabolism.

Soaking in magnesium is great too!  Taking a bath with magnesium oil flakes or Espom salts is very relaxing and promotes sound sleep.  Don’t take my work for it. Build up your magnesium reserves and see if you don’t get a better night’s sleep and relief from your symptoms of menopause.