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Have you ever laid in bed, your eyes flickering restlessly, the room cloaked in darkness, unable to sleep? The soft rustling of the sheets echoes in the stillness, while the distant hum of the outdoors seeps through the cracked window. Your mind races, feeling agitated, as you’ve exhausted every method of finding slumber, yet it eludes you still.
What can you do?
Discover 3 natural herbs that can assist you in getting a restful night’s sleep in this post. Because every girl should know about herbs for sleeping — so she can be a sleeping beauty.
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TL: DR A quick post glance:
- Lime-flower (Linden flower)
- Valerian root (herb)
- Peppermint (herb)
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1. Lime-flower herb can help you get your zzz’s
For centuries, Europeans have used Linden flowers as an herbal remedy. Lime-flower, also known as Linden flower, is a deciduous tree. Surprisingly, this flowering tree has sleep-inducing properties.
But how does it actually promote sleep?
The potent tea and essential oil derived from lime-flowers possess sedative effects. Whether made from fresh or dried lime-flowers, the tea acts as an antispasmodic, diaphoretic, expectorant, hypotensive, laxative, and sedative. Yes, you read that correctly, lime-flower tea acts as a sedative, aiding in sleep.
Lime-flower essential oil aids in calming down your body after a stressful day. Stress often hinders sleep, and this oil proves useful for relaxation, thinning the blood, reducing fever, alleviating night sweats, and eliminating phlegm (Lime Flower facts and health benefits, 2020).
To make Linden Tea (AKA Lime-flower tea):
Both fresh and dried Lime flowers, as well as powdered forms, can be used to make Linden tea.
- To prepare, simply pour 250ml of boiling water over 2 teaspoons of fresh flowers (or 4 teaspoons if using dried).
- Let it steep for 10 minutes.
- Then enjoy the delightful beverage (Lime Flower facts and health benefits, 2020).
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2. Valerian root (herb) can lead to a restful night
Similarly, Valerian root is an herbal remedy commonly employed in traditional medicine to address insomnia.
However, there are researchers who question its effectiveness in promoting sleep. On the other hand, a comprehensive analysis of clinical studies published in 2005 provides evidence supporting the use of Valerian as a viable treatment option for insomnia. Valerian for Sleep: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis (Valerian (herb), 2020).
So, how does it work for sleep?
Tea or essential oil made from Valerian root can be powerful enough to induce sleep. However, we strongly recommend conducting thorough research on any potential side effects before using them.
To make Valerian tea:
- To prepare Valerian tea, start by adding 2 to 3 grams (1 to 2 teaspoons) of dried Valerian root to one cup of boiling water.
- Allow it to steep for 10 to 15 minutes.
- Then you can enjoy it.
Kindly be aware that Valerian essential oil is solely intended for aromatherapy and should not be ingested internally. The concentration of Valerian tinctures and extracts can vary, so it is important to never exceed the recommended dosage mentioned on the product label (The Benefits and Uses of Valerian Root, 2020).
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3. Peppermint can work for beauty sleep
Peppermint has multiple benefits beyond freshening your breath. One of its advantages is its ability to help achieve restful beauty sleep.
When muscles are tense and stress is high, it can hinder your ability to get the restorative sleep you need. Luckily, peppermint acts as a muscle relaxant, offering relaxation before bedtime. It has the potential to reduce both stress and anxiety, ultimately leading to a better and healthier sleep experience. Another advantage is that peppermint contains no caffeine, making it suitable for most individuals (20 Peppermint Tea Health Benefits: Tis the Season for Better Sleep! | Simple Loose Leaf Tea Company, 2020).
According to studies, Peppermint has been found to be excellent at relieving stress, reducing feelings of frustration, anxiety, and fatigue. The International Journal of Neuroscience suggests that it may also have a beneficial impact on self-confidence (20 Peppermint Tea Health Benefits: Tis the Season for Better Sleep! | Simple Loose Leaf Tea Company, 2020).
So, how does it work for sleep?
Tea or essential oil derived from Peppermint has the potential to induce sleep. However, we strongly advise conducting thorough research on possible side effects before using it.
To make Peppermint tea:
- To prepare Peppermint tea, begin by bringing water to a boil.
- Then, steep either one teaspoon of broken leaves or one spoonful of unbroken leaves for 5-10 minutes.
- Finally, savor the delightful taste of Peppermint tea.
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Major Takeaways
You now know 3 natural herbs that can assist you in getting a restful night’s sleep.
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