Histamine has been shown to play a role in the regulation of circadian rhythm and to act as a neurotransmitter. High levels of histamine in the body can lead to neurological disorders such as sleep disturbances and are more commonly associated with chronic or acute HIT.

Trouble falling asleep, insomnia, frequent waking, superficial sleep, nightmares and fatigue upon waking are common when histamine levels are high. Throughout the 10 years of battling with histamine, I learnt the following tips for getting a good night’s sleep:

It might seem obvious, but many people forget that antihistamines only work for about 8–10 hours, so half a pill (or a whole pill if necessary) should be taken before sleep and another half a pill in the morning.

• Wash your bedding at least weekly, especially your pillowcases, as dust and allergens from your hair stick to them and you get them smeared on your face.
• Wash your hair and shower before sleep, or at least wash your face.
• Nasal spray or rinsing your nose with salt water helps quite a lot.
• Run a HEPA air cleaner on maximum for at least 20 minutes and keep it on low while you sleep.
• Mg- Higher levels of magnesium in the body are associated with better sleep, longer sleep times and less tiredness during the day.
• Gummy bears with CBD oil may help people relax and get to sleep more easily.
• Bergamot fruit: a calming and relaxing citrus aroma, or a pill that’s quietly making waves as an ally in night-time tranquility.
• Melatonin tablets- is a natural hormone produced by our body in response to darkness.