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.