Insomnia can either be chronic or acute. Having an inadequate sleep even for a short period can affect your mood, your health, and also your quality of life.
According to ScienceDaily, 25% of the American population develop insomnia each year. It means many people in the US suffer from difficulty falling asleep, waking up in the middle of the night and even awakening in the wee hours of the morning. If they do fall asleep, they still feel tired, lack energy, and are irritable the next day.
Thankfully, there are many ways on how one can relieve insomnia. Know someone suffering from this condition? Here are simple but proven ways on how you can help your loved one relieve insomnia naturally.
Weighted Blankets
Weighted blankets are among the top choices for people looking for ways to relieve not only anxiety but insomnia and other health issues as well. Such heavy blankets make use of Deep Touch Pressure Therapy to help stimulate chemicals in our body that regulates sleep.
However, know that when choosing a weighted blanket for your loved one, the most important things you need to consider is the user’s weight. To find the best weighted blanket for your loved one, choose the one that is 10% of their body weight.
Be Physically Active
It may seem unlikely that one way to naturally help you sleep better is by engaging in physical activities. In reality, individuals who exercise regularly find it easier to sleep better at night. So, if your partner is having a hard time falling asleep, recommend that they engage in regular physical exercise.
Manage Stress Levels
Some people find it hard to fall asleep because they are still bothered by the stressors they encounter during the day. This situation, in turn, can cause your mind racing and you tossing and turning, making it hard to fall asleep. By managing stress and helping your loved one manage their stress levels, they will find it easier to get a good night’s sleep. How do you do this? Consider recommending the following:
- Go to sleep early
- Do yoga
- Write a gratitude journal
Eat Pro-sleep Foods
Some foods can help fight insomnia. It includes whole-grain crackers, almonds, cheese, bananas, cherries, and low-fat milk. Giving these foods as night-time snacks can help lul them to sleep. Ask them to avoid consuming alcohol and caffeine as well as fatty and spicy foods as these can leave your loved more sleep-deprived than they already are.
Consider Aromatherapy
Some scents can help us relax and eventually induce sleep, so consider taking advantage of aromatherapy. The following are some of the scents worth trying to help your loved treat their insomnia.
- Vanilla
- Lavender
- Chamomile
- Rose
- Jasmine
- Sandalwood
Good Read: The Power of Scents To Help You Fall Asleep
Change Some Bedtime Habits
Some of our habits before bedtime doesn’t help promote a good night’s sleep. It includes sleeping with the lights on, watching on the TV or using gadgets before snoozing. To help your loved one sleep better, turn off or dim their lights, turn down the noise and remove any device or electronics that may hinder them into falling asleep. Also, turning the temperature a notch cooler can help.
Sleeping pills and other medications may help manage your loved one’s insomnia. However, there are many natural remedies you can recommend that can also help end sleepless nights. Consider these tips if you find your partner, children, or any of your loved ones needs help getting adequate sleep in the future.
