If you’re suffering from insomnia that means you’re being deprived of a healthy, restful sleep, but there are a number of different methods to combat the symptoms. A few simpler ways to help maintain healthier sleeping habits are avoiding liquids before bed, exercising regularly, meditation or yoga and more. But when it comes to using natural herbs, there are many out there that help support relaxation and a deep calm restful night.
These herbs are most effective if they’re used in the day, or half an hour before bed.
Lavender
Research has shown the great impacts lavender can have on easing anxiety and insomnia. Lavender has also been known to increase a deeper sleep, to achieve better relaxation. Pure lavender oil can be used in a bath, or on a tissue kept under your pillow.
Passion Flower
Passion flowers are not only beautiful but incredibly useful to bring the mind to a calm state for a restful sleep. Throughout history its been used to deal with mental stress and all of its abilities come from its unique chemical composition. Take advantage of passion flowers sedative benefits in tea or in the form of a tincture.
California Poppy
This herb contains properties that aid with aches, nervous agitation, diseases of the bladder and liver but is also helps solve trouble sleeping. Find yourself closer to a more relaxed sleep with 30 to 40 drops twice a day.
