I know why I haven't been sleeping well...

[Mutley]

Nicotine Withdrawal Symptoms

* Cravings to smoke
* Irritable, cranky
* Insomnia
* Fatigue
* Inability to Concentrate
* Headache
* Cough
* Sore throat
* Constipation, gas, stomach pain
* Dry mouth
* Sore tongue and/or gums
* postnasal drip
* Tightness in the chest

http://quitsmoking.about.com/cs/cravingsandurges/a/withdrawal.htm x(

[SeattleGirl]

1. That'll do it!

The good news is, the longer you go without nicotine, the more the symptoms will subside.

[Mutley]

3. In the meantime I'm freaking exausted and can't

sleep longer than 4 or 5 hours at a time.

[graywarrior]

2. Mr. Gray does hypnosis for smokers.

He recommends valerian root for sleeping.

[Mutley]

4. And where can I get this valerian root?

[Bossy Monkey]

10. Health food stores, large supermarkets

Here's what NIH says: http://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/Valerian.asp
I've always heard good things about chamomile tea, but have never tried it.

[Mutley]

12. So this is supposed to help you sleep?

[riona]

21. Hope you don't have a sensitive nose

Rather odoriferous stuff even in cap form.

[graywarrior]

19. Yeah, places like Whole Foods, Wild Oats or food co-ops.

I use it. Knocks me out for 8 hours. No grogginess the next day. Stay away from kava kava unless you talk to an herbalist.

[billyskank]

5. Well at least you know

:pals:

But haven't you noticed how much more energy you have? And how the lustre of your skin has improved?

[Mutley]

6. My skin had a bit of a blue look in that picture.

:P

I have noticed that I'm not breathless all the time.

[ThomCat]

7. I hope it passes soon.

Be well. :hug:

[Mutley]

8. Why thank you.

:hug:

[Hugin]

9. Here's the good stuff mutley!

http://quitsmoking.about.com/cs/afterquitting/a/after_quitting.htm

[Mutley]

11. That is good stuff.

Thanks Prag. :hug:

[Ariana Celeste]

13. It will get easier

I use Celestial Seasonings Sleepy Time tea... it's in most grocery stores

It will get easier soon, though. :hug:

[Mutley]

15. I wouldn't mind trying that.

Though I can fall asleep well enough -- it's just staying asleep that's my problem.

[azmouse]

14. Think of it as a good sign.

Your body is detoxifying itself. You are already healthier! Keep up the good work!
Have you ever tried GanoCafe? It's a coffee that contains a mushroom (it sounds strange but it's delicious) called ganoderma and it helps to rid your body of toxins. Look up 'ganoderma' and see what you think. The hot chocolate and the mocha are good too. The products can be bought on line and if you are interested I can tell you what website I order from.
Good luck in your quest for better heatlh!

[Mutley]

16. I haven't tried it.

I'd take a look at the link though. :hi:

[azmouse]

20. Here ya go.

http://www.reishi.com/index.htm This site has some good info.
www.cafeganocoffee.com I've ordered from this site.

[LaraMN]

17. Oh, I know your pain! Hang in there.

You're doing so well! I know it sucks, really REALLY sucks. :pals:

[Mutley]

18. Hee, thanks.

This insomnia crap is actually the worst part.