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How To Get Rid Of Insomnia

InsomniaAre you experiencing any difficulty in falling asleep?Do you wake up suddenly in the middle of the night and spend the rest of the night rolling from one side to another.Probably, you are suffering from insomnia which is a form of sleeping disorder characterized by inability to fall asleep, disturbed sleep or waking up in the middle of the sleep and unable to go back to sleep. It is usually caused due to stress, fatigue, illness, physical discomforts, some medications, unhealthy lifestyle, depression or anxiety.

The other common signs of insomnia are sleepiness during the day, tiredness and fatigue, stomach disorder, problem in focusing on work or study or irritating behaviour. Although various sedatives are available in the market, they transform into addiction over a period of time. They also have some serious side effects. Therefore, home remedy is the easiest and safest way to cure insomnia.

Excellent Ways To Get Sound Sleep Naturally

Sesame Oil Head Massage

Sesame oil is being extensively used in India through ages to deal with insomnia. The presence of linoleic acid, alpha linoleic acids and lecithin in it are extremely beneficial for the brain and the entire nervous system. It is best to use black sesame oil rather than the white variant to cure insomnia.

head massage

A good head massage with sesame oil is very soothing and relaxing and induces us to fall quickly into a deep and undisturbed slumber. It is also extremely beneficial for our hair, besides providing relief from headache.

Magnesium

Insomnia is usually accompanied by deficiency of magnesium in the body. Even a little deficiency can interfere with the sleeping mechanism and relaxation of the brain. Magnesium is a natural sedative that enhances the quality of sleep, making it deeper, longer and sound.

magnesium

So, increasing its intake in our daily diet can bring out significant changes. Dark leafy green vegetables, legumes, nuts and seeds, wheat bran and whole grains are some of the magnesium enriched foods that works wonder on insomnia. 

Aromatherapy

Some essential oils like lavender and chamomile work like sedatives and induces us to fall asleep. Besides luring us to deep sleep, it increases the duration of sleep, and relaxes our mind. It is more effective than other ways to beat insomnia because the human body responds very well to aromas and fragrances.

Aromatherapy

You may take a aroma bath before going to the bed which will soothe your body and brain muscles and relax your body. Add a few drops of essential oils into lukewarm water for a refreshing aroma bath. Other effective ways are lighting aroma lamps, candles and aroma incense sticks.

Music Or Books For Relaxation

Ever wondered why lullabies are being sang to make small children go to sleep and why students feel sleepy on the study table? Soft music has the ability to relax our brain muscles and most importantly, make us forget our tensions and worries.

Reading books

A good book also works in the same way, if you have the habit of reading before going off to sleep. So, tune in to some soft and relaxing music to ward off insomnia. However, it is better to avoid ear phones, head phones or any similar device as it might strain the head and ear muscles.

Healthy Lifestyle

Apart from all the measures given above, a healthy lifestyle can bring about significant improvement in the quality of sleep. Adequate physical exercise, healthy eating, cutting down on caffeine, alcohol and smoking are very important for warding off insomnia.

Exercise

The other effective ways to beat insomnia are eating in moderation at night, refraining from lying down in bed other than during bed time, avoiding sugary food.


Caution: Please use Home Remedies after Proper Research and Guidance. You accept that you are following any advice at your own risk and will properly research or consult healthcare professional.

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