Regardless if you are healthy or sick, proper rest is very important for your immune system. It is even more important if you are sick. There are many people who have problems sleeping, and while this post will cover all of the steps, you need to put yourself in the proper state of mind prior to sleeping. A great resource is this article from the Sleep foundation.

While their recommendations do not specifically mention tea, it is step number 2 - practice a relaxing bedtime ritual which can incorporate caffeine free herbal teas. A cup of relaxing herbal tea about an hour or so before bed will greatly assist your body with the wind down process.

Besides sleep, eating foods rich in polyphenols will help protect the brain, and help prevent cognitive decline. Consuming these foods during the day, it sets the stage for a more productive sleep. Green tea, white tea, purple tea are all examples of teas that contain high levels of polyphenols.

• Lemon Grass: Lemongrass is a tropical, grassy plant used in cooking and herbal medicine. It contains a compound called eugenol. Eugenol is thought to prevent blood platelets from clumping together. It also releases serotonin. Serotonin is a hormone that regulates mood, sleep, appetite, and cognitive functions.
• Peppermint: acts as a muscle relaxant, which can aid in a more peaceful night's sleep. The menthol component of peppermint causes your muscles to relax, relieving stress and anxiety, which both add up to allowing you to gain more restful sleep.
• Chamomile: is commonly regarded as a mild tranquilizer or sleep inducer. Its calming effects may be attributed to an antioxidant called apigenin, which is found in abundance in chamomile tea. Apigenin binds to specific receptors in your brain that may decrease anxiety and initiate sleep.
• Valerian root: Results from multiple studies indicate that valerian — a tall, flowering grassland plant — may reduce the amount of time it takes to fall asleep and help you sleep better.
• Hibiscus: One of the better known properties of hibiscus is that is may lower blood pressure. Combined with high levels of vitamin C, it's an excellent herb to add to any sleepy time.
• Hemp: Hemp teas contains terpines which have been shown to alleviate anxiety and regular mood. They are found in other plants like hops, rosemary and pine. 

We recommend teas with a combination of herbs that will help relax you. For example, any of the herbs mentioned above can be consumed on their own, but it's even better when herbs with similar properties work as a team. That is why we developed Sleep Tight tea - to include all these beneficial ingredients in one blend. 

We developed Sleep Tight tea not only to be an effective sleep aid, but also with a taste you will be sure to enjoy. Because it contains no caffeine, we recommend about 8-12 ounces about an hour before bed. Use it as part of your bedtime ritual, read a book or enjoy something relaxing. Let the herbs do their work. If you have any underlying health conditions or take medication - please make sure you check all the ingredients to make sure they do not interact with your medication. The doses of mild, so most individuals will have no issues - but if you are unsure, please verify with a medical professional.