A recipe for a good night's sleep

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A man needs restful, deep sleep to function properly more than eating or drinking.The length of rest and regeneration is an individual matter, but the alarm clock should not wake us up earlier than after seven hours of sleep.

The most exhausting situations for the body are situations in which we either struggle with sleep, for example, when we try to stay in front of the TV by force, or when we are suddenly awakened from sleep.Whoever upsets the internal clock may have serious trouble falling asleep later.One restless night is not yet a cause for concern, but if we still have trouble falling asleep for a long time, we should consult as soon as possible. with your doctor.

Mleko z miodem is one of the most popular natural sleeping pills (Photo: Fotolia.com)

On the other hand, being sleepy does not pay off.Scientists have found that during sleep we wake up to 28 times, but the next day we do not remember anything.If this happens too often, our mind will not have a chance to regenerate, because instead of short wake-ups to fall asleep, we start unconsciously thinking about current problems and we roll nervously from side to side.

Reaching for sleeping pills is a bad idea.They should not be taken even in the case of seemingly not very bothersome insomnia, and each such case should be consulted with a doctor.Nothing can be accused of the so-called soft adjuvants.

Before going to bed, we can drink a cup of herbal tea, arrange a warm bath with relaxing oils or turn on classical music. For example, the music of Johann Sebastian Bach has a therapeutic effect.

Plant he alth source

One of the best known plants used in the treatment of sleep disorders is valerian, known by its botanical name as valerian.A new discovery is the fact that the extract from this plant (with valerian drops) can also treat anxiety.Importantly, there is no risk of addiction here. Gardenia is also growing in importance.

Scientists have found that the jasmine scent of her flowers has an effect similar to that of chemicals such as valium.Aromatherapy experiments show that a few drops of lavender essential oil on a pillow also help you fall asleep.

Hot milk with honey is also a proven natural sleep aid. Its action will be more effective if you add a banana to the drink (this fruit contains a lot of serotonin).The grape sugar in honey causes this hormone to go directly to the brain. So sweet dreams!

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