Benadryl®’s main ingredient is Diphenhydramine, which is the antihistamine that gives Benadryl® its potency. Diphenhydramine belongs to a class of drugs called “generation one antihistamines.” They are used to lessen the influence created by histamine production in the human body. Histamine production is responsible for the symptoms that accompany an allergic reaction, such as sneezing, runny nose, red eyes, weakness, welts and hives.

Research has shown that Diphenhydramine successfully blocks H1receptors, which then stops the effects of histamine. The use of this ingredient has led to the effectiveness and popularity of Benadryl®.

Diphenhydramine is reported to have other side effects, such as dry mouth, throat and nose; stomach problems; headache; and chest congestion as well as more severe side effects, such as vision problems; nervousness; difficulty urinating; muscle weakness and extreme agitation. Those who experience nervousness or agitation when ingesting this element may have an increased trouble sleeping after use.

Some consumers may not want to continuously use an antihistamine to obtain a good night sleep, and instead choose holistic supplementation to assuage the issue. Fortunately, there are other incredibly effective and all natural sleep aids available on the market.

Many consumers seek products that contain Cysteine Milk Peptide®, which can augment the levels of glutathione in the body. This is important because glutathione is a substance in the body needed to break down toxic substances, such as caffeine and other stimulants, which may prevent sleep. This substance is reduced with age and stress, just as Melatonin, a naturally occurring element in the body that functions to induce sleep production, is reduced by the same factors. Using Cysteine Milk Peptide® has been shown to ease insomnia, and offer users a deep and relaxing sleep.

• Can alleviate symptoms of an allergic reaction

• Not a true sleep aid
• Has side effects including nervousness and over excitement
• Formula does not include Cysteine Milk Peptide® or Melatonin

Some consumers may opt to use Benadryl® as a sleep aid; although it is clearly not its primary purpose, since it is an antihistamine designed to alleviate allergic reactions in users. As mentioned earlier, there are many other options available to those who seek a natural good night sleep.

Cysteine Milk Peptide® is an excellent method of purging the body of toxins that can impede sleep. Melatonin is also an effective and all natural ingredient used to realign the body’s sleep cycle. However, like Cysteine Milk Peptide® its production is often significantly reduced as we age or when we are stressed. Holistic supplementation with Melatonin has been shown to ease insomnia, thereby allowing users an effective and natural way to get a better quality sleep.