FAQ

Take 2 capsules before sleep.

Refrain from consuming alcohol, coffee, and tea. Keep an interval of 2 hours before or after western medication. 

 

Restful Slumber:
This product is for insomnia due to Liver Qi stagnation.

Primary symptoms: Waking up in the middle of the night, especially between 1-3am, Trouble falling asleep.
Secondary symptoms: feeling stressed, easily irritable, tendency to sigh frequently, prone to headache, bloating and chest tightness 

This product is not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women. 

If you are unsure about what type of formula to go for, we have a handy insomnia quiz that will help you with just that!

Dream Buster:
This product is for insomnia due to Qi and blood deficiency syndrome.

Primary symptoms: Difficulty falling asleep at night, frequent dreams, shallow and low quality sleep, not feeling well-rested after a night’s sleep. 
Secondary symptoms: Fatigue, forgetfulness, dizziness, poor appetite, bloating, loose stools, heart palpitations, pale face colour and night sweats. 

This product is not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women. 

If you are unsure about what type of formula to go for, we have a handy insomnia quiz that will help you with just that!

 

Everyone’s insomnia recovery journey is different. Generally, your sleep quality will improve after taking 1 week of the dream buster capsules. 

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Yes, the capsule is gelatin-free is and can be taken by vegetarians. 

 

Yes you can still take the product but we would recommend to keep an interval of 2 hours before or after western supplements/medications.

No known side effects. However, should you feel unwell, stop medication immediately. 

If symptoms persist even after discontinuing, please consult a doctor or traditional Chinese medicine practitioner. 



There are 4 common types of insomnia: 

  1. Difficulty falling asleep. Some may experience an endless stream of thoughts, making it hard to fall asleep.
  2. Time spent staying asleep is short, waking up often in the middle of the night and having difficulty falling asleep again.
  3. Frequent transients of being asleep and awake. One may be easily awaken by sounds.
  4. Excessive dreaming, such as vivid dreams or nightmares, resulting in unrefreshing sleep.
  • Know your body habits.
    If you are someone who can’t fall asleep after drinking caffeinated drinks, avoid consuming coffee, chocolate, alcohol or any other stimulants late in the day.
    • Do not eat heavy meals or food that is difficult to digest late at night.
      The last meal and sleeping time should be spaced at least 3 hours apart. TCM has a saying “胃不和则卧不安”, which means that a poor stomach leads to unrestful sleep. Sometimes, when we eat too much or too little before bed, our tummies will feel uncomfortable (bloated or ache), making it difficult to have good quality sleep.
    • Go to bed and get up at the same time everyday (even on weekends or holidays) Good sleep habits. Stick to a bedtime routine by going to bed and waking up at the same time everyday including weekends. This consistency helps to signal our brain and body to sleep routinely. 
  • Avoid taking naps in the evening. Research has shown that the best time to take Power Nap is in the early to mid afternoons for 10-20 mins.
  • Create a comfortable sleep environment Block out lights using thick curtains or eyeshades and distracting noises by using ear plugs
    • Avoid using phones or tablets before sleeping.
      Electronic devices emit blue light that interferes with the melatonin production and disrupts the sleep cycle. Exposure to blue light close to bed may trick the brain to think that it’s still daylight.
    • Wear comfortable socks to sleep
      Warming your feet before you go to bed can give the brain a clear signal that it’s bedtime.
    • Drink warm milk before sleeping
      Milk contains Tryptophan, an amino acid that induces sleep.
  • Quit smoking The addiction to nicotine can disrupt sleep cycles and result in less deep sleep. 
  • Acupoint Massage
    Massage 神门 (shen men, HT-7) Point (located on the ear) for 2 minutes before sleeping. It helps to calm the mind, decreases stress and promotes a good rest.