Lavender is one of the oldest traditional remedies for insomnia as its soothing aromas consistently help a person to relax and get the rest that is needed every night. Natural and effective solutions to sleep struggles are always welcome to people who are used to lying awake at night and unsuccessfully waiting to drift of, or who are continually waking up.
In the case of lavender, this is an especially appealing insomnia remedy because it is cost-effective, it doesn’t come with side effects, and it can really work for a good night’s sleep. It works best for people who struggle to fall asleep due to problems with de-stressing and releasing anxiety.
There are many different ways to use lavender to help you to sleep. They can include the following, as well as many more:
Essential oil – simply dripping a couple of drops on your pillow every night before bedtime can help to release enough aroma to have the soothing aroma therapeutic effect you need to regain your calm and fall asleep once more. If you don’t want to drip it directly onto your pillowcase, a few drops on a cotton ball on your nightstand
Diffuser – if you’d rather not have the essential oil directly next to your head at night, then adding the lavender to
a diffuser in your bedroom will also be very helpful in enhancing your sleep.
Spray – a lavender spray on your sheets, or pajamas in the evening can help you to enjoy the benefits of the flower’s calming aromas in a fast and easy format. Just make sure that you choose a spray that will be safe for your skin as well as the fabrics.
Scented soy candles – choose soy candles that contain the essential oil so that you can benefit not only from their beautiful perfume, but also from the relaxing ambiance they will add to your bedroom or bath time. Just remember not to leave the candle burning when you fall asleep. Blow it out before you actually go to bed.
Bath oil – add a few drops to your bath water and sit back to soak your tension away. You’ll be so relaxed that you’ll be ready for bed soon after you dry off from the tub.
The plant itself is from the mint family, which is also known for many benefits to a person’s health. Human studies have shown that lavender is effective for lowering blood pressure and slowing down the heart rate so that a parasympathetic (relaxed) state can be achieved.
********Nathan says: a natural approach to a better night's sleep is always a plus in my book! What other natural remedies would you recommend?
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