Turkey is an excellent source of tryptophan - a natural amino acid which induces sleep; a turkey sandwich with a cup of warm milk at bedtime might cure sleeplessness.

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Make a tea out of one or several herbs: Catnip, Cowslip, German Camomile, Hops, Passion Flower, Valerian, Balm, Linden, Melissa. Drink several times a day if possible.

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Massage the soles of your feet with mustard oil at bedtime.

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Only lie down if you intend sleeping. Don't watch TV in bed, or lie on the floor to watch TV. Lying down time is sleep time - your body needs to learn that.

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Practice relaxation techniques such as relaxing your body's muscle groups gradually, from the toes up.