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What are the best natural remedies for insomnia?
Thanks for asking! Not being able to fall asleep at night can be extremely frustrating.
You're lying there in the dark and near silence, shifting positions, tossing and turning, and despite being physically tired, you just can't drift off.
Well, if that happens to you, rest assured you're not alone.
Research by Rand published in 2023 found that about 8 % of people suffer from chronic insomnia, making simply getting through the next day a real challenge.
Insomnia is a complex issue which combines both neurobiological and psychological components.
There are treatments available though, and experts generally say that non -drug approaches are the most effective.
What's a non -drug approach then?
Well, it's one that is non -invasive and doesn't rely on medication.
One example would be light therapy.
Natural exposure to sunlight in the morning can be highly effective as it helps regulate our biological clock.
So, make it a habit to open your blinds as soon as you wake up.
You can also use a light therapy lamp, which mimics natural sunlight.
The NHS says that some people with Seasonal Affective Disorder find that light therapy can help improve their mood considerably.
What other options are there for improving sleep quality?
Another is using a weighted blanket, also known as a gravity blanket.
A study conducted at the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm published in the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine in 2020, found weighted blankets to be effective.
They're filled with small glass beads and tend to weigh between five and 25 pounds.
The pressure they exert creates a cocoon like sensation which some find calming.
The researcher behind the study explained that this type of pressure helps regulate the nervous system and induces a calming effect.
Bear in mind though that they are not recommended if you suffer from sleep apnea or restless leg syndrome.
What about home remedies that might help?
One of the most effective is Valerian tea, which is the only sedative plant to have proven effective of a placebo.
Valerian root is recognized by the World Health Organization as effective for sleep disorders.
You can also buy Valerian capsules at your local pharmacy.
Another option is essential oil from Roman or German chamomile.
It's commonly used to reduce anxiety and nervousness which can help you fall asleep more easily.
The most effective way to use it is by diffusing it in your bedroom with a vaporizer.
What about melatonin?
As you may know, melatonin is the hormone that our brain produces to help regulate sleep.
It's also available in pharmacies and can aid sleep by supplementing your body's natural production.
However, it's best used on a temporary basis to help reset sleep patterns, rather than as a long -term solution.
Always get advice from your pharmacist. If you're still struggling to sleep despite trying these remedies, you may want to consider cognitive behavioural therapy, which aims to replace ineffective sleep -related behaviours and beliefs with more adaptive ones.
There you have it! Now you know what the best natural remedies for insomnia are.
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