Insomnia resides in the darkness where no one can find peace. It can be triggered by anxiety, stress and depression. Disturbed sleeping pattern and change in schedule can also cause insomnia as well. Insomnia can be temporary, or it can be a severe medical condition. Any individual can experience insomnia in their life. However, it can be treated with ease since there are many solutions to this problem. One should pay more attention to this medical condition because it worsens with time.
Sleeping pills are recommended for insomnia, but you don’t need them because I’m going to tell you about natural remedies, which can vanish insomnia. You should always go for the natural remedies before trying other medications. One must know that natural remedies don’t have any side effects, and anyone can take them. You won’t need any prescription for them. However, you need to do some research on these natural remedies. And we are here to help you find the perfect substitute for the sleeping pills.
CBD products:
Cannabidiol or CBD is a chemical compound found in the cannabis plant. It has various health benefits. CBD is as natural as they come. However, there are some CBD products introduced in the market. These products are used to treat anxiety, stress, depression, sleeplessness and tiredness.
Moreover, insomnia can also be treated with the help of CBD since there are different products. The differences and uses of these CBD products must be acknowledged beforehand.
CBD products include CBD oils, edible cannabis gummy bears, CBD topical cream and CBD capsules. CBD oil is used to treat body aches, or muscular pain and athletes are using this oil for their injuries. On the other hand, edible cannabis gummy bears or CBD gummy bears help to reduce insomnia since they induce sleep. You can take CBD oil orally as well. It can also make you feel sleepy in no time.
CBD is an all-natural remedy to reduce the symptoms of insomnia, and some studies suggest that CBD can help treat chronic insomnia as well.
Lavender oil:
Researchers consider lavender useful for relaxation and sleep. It is not an ordinary herb which is used for sleep; instead, it is regarded as one of the best natural remedies to treat insomnia. Moreover, it is also used in some sedatives as well. You can rely on this herb.
However, I’m going to tell you about lavender oil which is extracted from lavender. You can massage your body with this oil, and it will make your body relaxed and calm. The fragrance of lavender also induces sleep since it triggers melatonin, which is a hormone responsible for the sleep. Moreover, lavender also reduces stress.
Massage:
Massage relaxes muscles of the body, and it can be used as a sleep aid. There are various oils which are used for a relaxing massage. Let me tell you a sleep-inducing massage blend recipe. This sleep-inducing massage blend includes every oil you need for sound sleep. You have to take Lavender Essential Oil, Frankincense Essential Oil, Ylang Ylang Essential Oil, Orange Essential Oil and Vetiver Essential Oil. Take fifteen drops of each oil and mix these oils. Now dilute this mixture with the help of carrier oil (coconut oil). This massage blend will relax your muscles, and it will help you sleep like a baby.
Bonus tip: you should go to a masseuse to get a massage because they know the pressure points of your body, which can increase sleepiness. Massaging regularly can reduce insomnia.
Exercise:
Exercise is essential for our bodies and lack of exercise results in unease and stiff muscles. Stiffness in the body can be one of the causes behind sleeplessness. You can exercise anytime during the day. Moreover, you don’t need to go to the gym.
You don’t need to do any intense exercises. Twenty to twenty-five minutes exercise is enough to make your muscles flexible. However, there are some exercises which you should consider doing. Breathing exercises and stretching are ideal for muscle relaxation. Moreover, yoga also induces sleep since it makes your body flexible and agile.
Herbal teas:
You need to take some herbal teas to calm your brain. You are drinking tea in the morning to wake up, but you can consume it to fall asleep as well. Herbal teas can be taken before bedtime. Herbal teas include valerian root tea, lavender, chamomile, passionflower, magnolia bark, and lemon balm tea.
There is a study that shows that 42% reduction in the symptoms of insomnia in the affected participants. These participants took 600 milligrams of lemon balm extract for fifteen days. On the other hand, valerian root has been used for years to cure nervousness, insomnia and headache. Study shows that 89% of participants improved sleep when they took valerian root extract.
These facts and figures can show you the effectiveness of these different types of herbal teas. You can count on them in the hour of darkness.
Get enough sunlight:
Whenever your body is exposed to sunlight, your body increases the production of serotonin. Serotonin is a neurotransmitter which is responsible for better mood and sleep. Your body depends on the production of serotonin. Not getting enough sunlight can cause insomnia as well. You should consider going out more often.
Moreover, the sun’s ultraviolet B (UVB) rays hit the skin, which produces vitamin D in the body. Lack of vitamin D also causes insomnia. Only easy way to get vitamin D is to expose your skin to sunlight. It shows that getting enough sunlight every day is essential for your body.
You can start your day with sunlight warmth to make your body feel better. Doing yoga or exercising in the morning in sunlight is also a great idea. Moreover, cycling or jogging in the park is also considered as good for your cardiovascular system. The healthy cardiovascular system is essential for good mental health. As we know that mental disorders, anxiety and stress can trigger symptoms of insomnia, so you should consider going out more.
These natural remedies are enough to reduce the symptoms of insomnia. Keep these remedies in your mind, and you can share them with others as well.
Author Bio:
Jack is a psychotherapist and neurodegenerative disorders’ expert. He has been practicing in New York for 25 years now, and since then he has been fighting to make marijuana legal in the United States for it comes with numerous health benefits. You can read his blogs at https://thegreenace.ca/.