Insomnia is a sleep disorder that makes the sufferer feel like they are not able to sleep or have a hard time staying asleep. In most cases, both symptoms appear. This can be caused by different reasons such as anxiety, depression, stress, some medications, change in living and work environment and nicotine. Insomnia can affect your everyday activity. This can lower your energy levels, reduce physical and mental performance and alter your mood. This can also affect your health and make you more prone to illnesses such as high blood pressure, diabetes, weak immune system, obesity and psychiatric problems.
Some of the symptoms of insomnia are sleepiness, daytime fatigue, waking up too early and not being able to fall asleep, gastrointestinal problems, difficulty with mental task, lack of concentration and so on. The required amount of time we need every night to function properly is seven to eight hours, anything
less will affect our physical, mental and emotional health.
Insomnia is a common sleep disorder that affects a lot of people disregarding the age, race or gender. If you suffer from this disorder and don’t like the idea of using strong medication, then we have the right remedies for you. We have compiled all natural home remedies that can help get rid of your insomnia
with no side effects.
Chamomile Tea
Chamomile tea is one of the most common remedy when it comes to sleep related problems, for a good reason. Chamomile contains a compound called apigenin that acts as a natural sedative. Regular consumption of chamomile tea can also help reduce stress. Start by boiling water for a few minutes and add a teaspoon of chamomile herb. Stir it and let it boil for a few minutes. Strain the liquid and add a pinch of cinnamon, lemon slice or honey to the liquid. Drink this a few hours before you go to bed every night.
Warm Milk
Ever wonder why your mom would give you warm milk to help you fall asleep when you were a kid? Well, milk contains tryptophan that can act as a natural sedative. Warming up the milk can also helpwith the body’s temperature, helping it to feel more relaxed. Take your milk and add a pinch of cinnamon powder and mix it together. Place this liquid in a small pan and warm it up or microwave it. Drink once glass an hour before going to bed. You can opt for full or fat free milk. You can also mix in honey to the drink if you have a sweet tooth.
Valerian
Valerian is one of the most commonly used herbal supplements for insomnia. It contains muscle relaxing and sedative contents that can help reduce insomnia. It helps relax the body, making you fall asleep faster and deeper. Start by taking half a teaspoon of grated valerian root and nutmeg. Take two cups of
hot water and the ingredients. Cover the cup for 15 minutes and strain it. Drink the mixture occasionally to reduce insomnia. An alternative to valerian root is valerian tincture. Dilute in a glass of water half a teaspoon of valerian tincture and drink this twice a day.
Cumin Seeds
Cumin seeds contain natural sedatives and have a tranquilizing effect that is effective in inducing sleep and reducing the symptoms of insomnia. Start this remedy by taking a ripe banana and mashing it until it becomes paste like. Take a teaspoon of cumin powder and mix it into the mashed banana. Consume
this an hour before going to bed. Follow through every night to reduce the symptoms of insomnia.
Music Therapy
It has been proven that listening to relaxing music 45 minutes before going to sleep can help cure insomnia. Relaxing music can help soothe the mind and body, creating a better and deeper sleep.
Try out these remedies to help you get to sleep naturally. Setting a specific time every night can also help your body clock and improve your energy levels. Lessen your caffeine intake and avoid drinking to alcohol. Listening to a familiar story or a relaxing sound can help make you feel sleepy. Avoid putting your gadgets near your bed to prevent you from fiddling with them all night. Sleep in a quiet and dark room. Light and loud sounds signal your brain to wake up.
