Can’t Sleep, Can’t Focus, Can’t Thrive? These 7 Bedtime Drinks Could Help You Beat Insomnia
From the classic late-night drink approved by pop culture to a viral 'sleepy girl mocktail', we have it all, the best drink that induces sleepiness. Read on...
Falling asleep may seem simple, but there are times when everyone struggles to doze off. Factors, such as stress, overthinking, a restless mind, and even a change in routine, are some examples that cause insomnia.
What Is Insomnia?
Insomnia is a sleeping disorder that affects millions of people across the globe, a condition in which an individual finds it difficult to fall asleep, stay asleep, or get good quality sleep.
According to the National Institute of Health (NIH), short-term insomnia may be caused by factors like stress or even a change in your schedule or environment, which usually lasts up to a few days or weeks.
Whereas, in the case of long-term insomnia or chronic insomnia, individuals may experience the sleeping disorder for 3 or more nights a week, which usually lasts for more than 3 months, and cannot be fully explained by another health problem.
"Insomnia can affect your memory and concentration. Chronic insomnia raises your risk of high blood pressure, coronary heart disease, diabetes, and cancer," NIH explains.
Organic/Natural Drinks To Boost Relaxation Before Sleep
The good news is that there are several effective ways to promote relaxation before bedtime for sound sleep. One of them is sipping those organic/natural drinks, known for boosting relaxation, aiding sleep, and supporting brain functions during sleep.
Here are some delicious yet effective drinks to ward off insomnia:
- Milk: Serotonin and melatonin are essential hormones required for sound sleep, and dairy milk does that exactly with the help of amino acids.
- Tart cherry juice: Another popular drink for a good sleep is tart cherry juice. This drink went viral in 2023 in the name 'sleep girl mocktail'. According to a study, tart cherry juice is a good source of melatonin, a hormone responsible for sound sleep.
- Chamomile tea: A classic late-night drink, approved by pop culture, chamomile tea is known for its mild sedative effect. It is rich in antioxidants and apigenin, which reduces anxiety and induces sleepiness.
- Valerian root tea: A tea prepared from the dried roots, rhizomes or underground stems of the Valerian plant. This tea is known for boosting the Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid (GABA) level in the brain, which helps reduce neural activity while inducing calmness.
- Golden milk: Similar to warm milk, but prepared differently, golden milk is loaded with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, which help induce sound sleep by promoting relaxation.
- Lavender tea: Studies have shown that lavender tea can improve sleep quality and reduce depression. Properties like linalool and linalyl acetate in lavender tea do the magic to soothe the nervous system, allowing one to sleep well.
- Banana and almond smoothie: Blending these two nutritious food items rich in magnesium, potassium, melatonin, and tryptophan properties, has been proven to promote a good night's sleep.
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