Sleep Healthy With Ayurveda!

With changing lifestyles, we have deviated what was natural for the human body, and therefore sleep disorders or a sense of never feeling rested is on the rise. The natural mechanism including eating at least 3 hours before sleep and not having any caffeine (or any other stimulating agent). Another major reason for sleeplessness is the continued staring into a monitor (TV, tab, or phone). Keeping a monitor away for 20 to 30 minutes before sleep can help in getting a good, restful sleep. Get into the habit of supper rather than dinner and see the sleep patterns improve.

Sleep is one of the most essential requirements for the body to function optimally. It is when the mind and the body relax and rejuvenate. For whatever reasons, if the body does not get sufficient rest, then the functions are impaired. This could include anything from inability to focus and concentrate on routine tasks. Food digestion can be impaired, leading to heartburn and acidity. Making changes in lifestyle to get a good sleep can help in solving these problems. If you are experiencing bloated feeling and acidity, correcting the sleep pattern can help.

While there are multiple chemicals available in the market to promote sleep, the most effective ones would be to change lifestyle. These would include changing food habits like not having dinner and immediately going to sleep. Keep the monitors away for at least 30 minutes before sleep can significantly improve sleep. Excessive alcohol can also make one feel drowsy but not provide good sleep. While alcohol induces sleep, the quality of sleep is not great, so avoid excessive alcohol if you plan on getting a good sleep.

Sleep disorders can be due to biologic reasons where there is a congenital issue like nostrils and lung issues. However, in recent years, sleep disorders are more lifestyle and stress induced including food habits, anxiety issues, and overall health. Develop a regular workout routine and see how the sleep pattern improves.