These 6 Homemade Bedtime Brews Are Perfect If You Have Trouble Sleeping
Nobody likes lying in bed staring at the roof or counting sheep as sleep remains elusive, while also stressing about how little time you actually have to sleep before you have to get up and get on with your day. The answer to your problem is right there in your kitchen. Here are 6 drinks that will help catch some shut-eye that you can whip up with a couple of ingredients in your home.
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Hot Drinks To Induce Sleep
1) Chamomile and Lemon Tea
Chamomile helps to increase the levels of glycine, a neurotransmitter that makes you feel sleepy by relaxing your nerves, in the body. Add a few drops of freshly squeezed lemon juice to your tea infused with chamomile for a zesty taste and let the magic drink calm your mind.
2) Lavender and Mint Tea
Lavender is known for its relaxing effects while mint is world-famous for its refreshing taste. Adding a few leaves of mint to your lavender-steeped tea creates a delicious drink that brings calm and peace to the mind and prepares you for restful sleep.
3) Turmeric-infused Milk
Having milk before you sleep is a sure shot way to induce a deep sleep. Add in the anti-inflammatory benefits of turmeric milk not only keeps you full but also aids your body in digestion. Turmeric is loaded with antioxidants and also helps in treating colds, coughs and other ailments. Add honey to your turmeric milk and sip this delicious concoction as you complete your nighttime ritual.
4) Cinnamon Tea
Cinnamon works wonders to help your mind and muscles relax which in reduces tension from your body and prepares it for a relaxed nightcap. Add a stick to boiling water and strain it after letting it simmer for a couple of minutes. Add honey or sip as it is for an earthy taste. Alternatively, you can also consume milk with cinnamon for a more filling beverage.
5) Vanilla Almond Milk
Almonds are rich in magnesium which has calming effects on our bodies. Adding a dash of vanilla extract to your cup of delicious and nutty almond milk enhances its sweetness. Indulge in this tasty and filling beverage and get ready for a deep slumber.
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6) Tart Cherry Juice
While cherries are mostly known for the delicious pies you can make with them, did you know they can be an amazing aid in regulating your sleep cycle? Cherry juice helps to increase melatonin and tryptophan?levels which helps to relax you and helps to induce a relaxing sleep.
Next time you are having trouble sleeping, get up and consume any of these six drinks and you'll be off dreaming in la la land in no time.
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