Insomnia a sleeping disorder

Insomnia effects several millions of people but the good news is that with a proper diagnostics and discipline, insomnia is always treatable.
Insomnia or sleeplessness is one of the most prevalent of the ninety odd sleeping disorders. Technically speaking it is a symptom rather than a condition. Sleeping pills may seem to be the fast and easy remedy. However they are most effective for short term use and, even then should be administered only under a physician's guidance. The side effect of sleeping pills includes dependence, rebound insomnia and the need for the higher dosage. It can even make the sufferer much more explosive and violent in its absence.

Chief Causes:
Excess of caffeine, nicotine, alcohol and sugar & salt can trigger insomnia and may worsen it. Try to avoid reading books, journals or anything during sleep time.

Remedial Measures:
Keeping a track record of worries, a sleep diary, balanced diet and lifestyle can help beat insomnia. Bed room mattresses should be conducive to sleep. Calcium, seaweed, dairy products like milk, magnesium and vitamin B promote sleep. These should be the regular part of diet.

Note:
Worrying about getting sleep itself cause insomnia