| Site | Who It's For | Why We Like It |
|---|---|---|
| Sleep Better | Anyone who's in the market for new pillows | The Zzzz Score Pillow Test recommends Carpenter Co. products (the site's sponsor), of course, but we like how they consider six different sleep factors while they calculate the correct choice for you. |
| Slate magazine | Anyone considering OTC sleep aids—or who just wants a good read | In this humorous firsthand account, Slate shopper Seth Stevenson tries seven different nonprescription sleep aids in four different scenarios—like herbal remedies on a 13-hour flight from Japan to New York City. Also check out Chip Brantley's 2007 review of OTC snoring products. |
| How Stuff Works | People looking for an alternative to drugs | The site lists 26 home and herbal insomnia remedies and then explains—in layman's terms—what makes them work. |
| Choice.com | Those who want nonbiased opinions on OTC products | This Australian nonprofit site accepts no advertising and issues unbiased expert advice on antihistamines, valerian, and other nonprescription sleep remedies. |
| Reader's Digest | The diet-conscious | This article, "Eating to Sleep Well," is packed with tons of useful information like what not to eat, what to eat, and when. |
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The Best Websites About Nonprescription and Home Sleep Remedies
There’s no shortage of sleep advice and miracle products being hawked on the Internet, but how do you sort through the scams and gimmicks to find real, proven remedies? To bring you the most credible and up-to-date resources, we’ve researched, asked doctors, and interviewed patients to create this list of sites about nonprescription sleep solutions. Follow the links below for our favorite tips and tools, including helpful articles, easy-to-understand explanations, and healthy living strategies.
Last Updated: April 18, 2008
