Essential oils and sleep
sleep is a precious and fundamental moment for our well-being.
In this frenetic world stress, anxiety and incorrect habits can hinder sleep cycles.
Some essential oils can prove to be natural remediesthat are useful for regaining tranquility for reconcile a real sleep restorative.
Benefits for body and mind
rest is a unique and personal concept, this does not mean that there are no good habits that should be respected in order to benefit from its benefits.
When our body is in the sleep phase, some fundamental vital functions are activated for the maintenance of psychophysical well-being.
It is also a fundamental moment for our brain which, not having to pay attention to everyday situations and the reality that surrounds us, can finally concentrate on activities that require tranquility and silence.
During sleep, the body performs two fundamental actions:
- eliminates toxins produced during the day
- performs a regenerating and repairing action.
Improve sleep
To get the maximum benefits from the hours of sleep you can follow a few simple tips:
- eat healthy foods spacing meals from the hours dedicated to sleep
- promote muscle relaxation with a hot bath before going to sleep
- reduce intense physical activity close to the hours to be dedicated to rest
- avoid using computer and mobile phone whose screen brightness inhibits melatonin production.
Essential oils for relaxation
Stress and insomnia go hand in hand, therefore in order to be able to rest properly it is essential to accompany our body towards complete relaxation that can reconcile the good rest.
Some essential oils can help you recover the tranquilityà after a hectic day and consequently improve night rest.
Here are some of the essences you can try:
Real and pure Melissa: heartens and comforts, dissolves anxiety and fights insomnia
Blue chamomile: calming and relaxing, reconciles rest and improves mood
Lavender Vera: soothing and relaxing, promotes rest
Sweet orange: creates a serene and pleasant
atmosphereVerbena: dissolves nervous tension and stress
Clary sage: sedative, and calming, helps to dissolve anxiety and tension
There are several ways to benefit from the propertiesà relaxing of essential oils. Let's see some:
If you don't know where to start or which essence to choose, don't hesitate to contact us! The information contained in this article is for informational purposes only; as always, we recommend consulting a naturopathic doctor or specialist to resolve chronic situations. Natural remedies for stress and insomnia
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