New Delhi: Insomnia is a sleep disorder that makes it hard for you to fall asleep or stay asleep. Insomnia can leave you tired throughout the day and can affect both your physical and emotional health. If your body doesn’t have enough proper rest, it can affect your mood and ability to concentrate. You also may be at higher risk for conditions like depression, obesity, heart disease, and diabetes.
Sip warm milk before bed
Milk stimulates the production of melatonin, the sleep-inducing hormone.
Have this concoction
Boil 3 grams of fresh mint leaves or 1.5 grams of dried powder of mint leaves in 1 cup of water for 15-20 minutes. Take lukewarm with 1 teaspoon of honey at bedtime.
Relax with yoga and meditation
Yoga, breathing exercises and meditation are excellent ways to relax the mind and allow it to sleep. Know how meditation can help deal with insomnia.
Reduce screen time
Shut all screens two hours before you go to bed. The blue light emanating from screens affects the production of the sleep-inducing hormone melatonin.
Cut caffeine
If you are suffering from extreme insomnia, stop consumption of all caffeine drinks, coffee, tea and aerated drinks. If you are suffering from mild insomnia, then do not drink them after dusk.
Tap the power of Ayurvedic therapies
Ayurvedic therapies like Shirodhara help relax the mind and quell disorders like insomnia. Consult an Ayurvedic doctor to know which therapies are best suited for your system.
