Honey to sleep better at night
Did you know that there are two kinds of insomnia? The most common and common in many people is what is known as acute insomnia, which usually appears in a timely manner, lasts little (a few days or even just a single night), and in most cases is often motivated by a particular situation that worries or torments us, which causes us stress and anxiety. The other is the chronic insomnia, which tends to stay in time and is usually a sign that something in our body is not right.
When it comes to acute insomnia, there are also other common causes, such as the consumption of exciting substances (oh that coffee at night!), The existence of extreme temperatures such as hot or cold, or sleeping with a Bad atmosphere (noises, having a room that is not very tidy ...).
Luckily, when it comes to discovering how to fight insomnia naturally, honey can become our great ally. And, did you know that it becomes one of the most traditional remedies that our grandmothers used in the past, when there were no sleeping pills, against anxiety and stress? Today we want to recover this home remedy and remember some of its most important virtues against insomnia.
What are the benefits of honey to sleep better?
Although honey is popularly known for its nutritional wealth in vitamins (A, C, D, B1, B2, B3, B5 and B6) and minerals (potassium, copper, magnesium, iron, phosphorus, calcium, sulfur, manganese, iodine and sodium), the truth is that it also provides interesting amounts of essential fatty acids Omega 3.
And, precisely, these are the main allies when it comes to helping us to rest much better, since different scientific studies have confirmed that help reduce the feeling of fatigue and fatigue, both mentally and physically.
On the other hand, honey is rich in sugars, which increase in a completely natural way the insulin levels of our body and produce serotonin (yes, the hormone that improves our mood and also relaxes us).
How to take honey to fall asleep?
One of the most traditional remedies is to take, before going to bed, a cup of hot milk with one or two teaspoons of honey. It is advisable in any case to try to enjoy each sip and concentrate on its flavor, this way we will be able to relax our mind and relax.
While honey exerts a calming and relaxing effect, milk is rich in tryptophan, an essential amino acid that increases our levels of serotonin and melatonin, decreasing brain activity.
You can also opt for a relaxing infusion sweetened with honey. Among the best plants and herbs we find chamomile, lime and lemon balm. Or you can also make a combination of all, but in smaller quantities.
Images | Dino Giordano / 55Laney69 This article is published for informational purposes only. It can not and should not replace the consultation with a Physician. We advise you to consult your Trusted Doctor.
