4 hacks to aid restful sleep
Joy Onuorah
Not being able to fall asleep when you want to can be really exhausting. Falling into restless and constantly interrupted sleep can be worse still.
Here are well-researched hacks to aid restful sleep:
Foot soak
All you need is a bathtub or small plastic basin. You can dress up your hot water with different soothing ingredients, like:
- Epsom salt
- skin-safe essential oils, like lavender and rose
- fruit peels
- herbs like mugwort
Valling
Warm milk is a common suggestion to induce sleepiness. It contains compounds known to support healthy sleep cycles, like:
- tryptophan
- magnesium
- melatonin
- serotonin
Chamomile tea
Chamomile tea has been used traditionally in cultures all over the world, from Russia to China to Great Britain. The tea is well-known for its soothing and calming capabilities.
Yoga
Yoga has been found to have a positive effect on sleep quality. Yoga may also alleviate stress, improve physical functioning, and boost mental focus.
