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Hops are the fruit of a member of the cannabis family native to Asia, Europe, and North America. Grown widely in the Pacific Northwest of north America, hops form a primary ingredient in flavoring beer.

Hops are typically used together with other flowers and herbs. They are commonly coupled with valerian, lavender or chamomile, but also holds their own as a natural relaxing sedative. The dried fruits, from which you can make tea, are frequently available, as are capsules, tinctures, and tablets.

Typically, no side effects or adverse drug interactions are encountered when using hops, though some individuals have experienced an uncommon allergic reaction or contact dermatitis from the pollen crystals in the fruits.

Passion flower is a flowering plant that is indigenous to an area from the Argentina to Brazil and southeast US.

The passion flower gets its name from the fact that it reminded the early pilgrims of the suffering (or passion) of Christ.

Passion flower is occasionally referred to as Passion Vine, Maracoc, Apricot Vine, Maypops and Granadilla. It has been used historically as a tobacco substitute and tranquilizer (as well as for other things).

On top of having a strong effect on the central nervous system, passion flower also acts as an anti-spasmodic on the smooth muscles of the body, including the entirety of the digestion system, which is why it has the ability to ease and promote digestion.

Some people consider it as the herb of choice for dealing with insomnia as it doesn't produce any side effects and creates a restful, relaxing sleep without grogginess the following morning.

Further, it is non-addictive and can be used in both the elderley and children without creating complications.

If used for its medicinal purposes, the entire plant can be used. It is usually collected after some of the berries have matured, then dried whole.

To make a passion flower tea, pour a cup of boiling water onto a teaspoonful of the dried herb and let it steep for fifteen minutes. Drink a cup half an hour before getting into bed.

Lemon Balm is an herbaceous perennial in the mint family. It grows naturally in southern Europe and northern Africa where it grows in landfills, along roadsides and on disturbed land from sea level all the way up into the mountains.

It grows in any well-drained soil and is especially tolerant of poor, sandy soils. It can also withstand the full force of the sun.

Lemon Balm has an effective sedative action and is generally made into a pleasant, lemony-tasting tea.

Try making a tea with 2 teaspoons of dried lemon balm in a cup of boiling water. Brew the tea for 10 minutes, strain, and drink right before going to bed.