Do you suffer from insomnia? While we navigate our lives through the uncertain Coronavirus era practising social distancing and shelter in place, many of us struggle with anxiety, high stress, and depression.

And it’s affecting our sleep patterns and causing insomnia in individuals who never had insomnia as well as those who have. We have difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, and we toss and turn restlessly during the night.

A good night’s sleep makes us feel healthier while sleep deprivation weakens our immune system and makes our bodies more vulnerable to illness. It makes it difficult to perform our responsibilities at home and at work, even if we work remotely.

The good news: there are treatments and herbs for insomnia that may help and even cure it. These herbs and oils may help without you needing to ingest strong pharmaceutical drugs.

In this post, you’ll discover 10 Ayurvedic herbs and therapies used to treat insomnia. Let’s take a look.

1. Shirodhara

One of the therapies used for insomnia: Shirodhara. It’s reported that this ayurvedic treatment had a positive effect on participants in an insomnia study.

This treatment originated in India thousands of years ago. Shiro means head and Dhara means flow.

The treatment of Shirodhara involves the practitioner pouring medicated oil, or herbal decoction onto the forehead. Many of times it includes the head and scalp massage.

Researchers and practitioners report this treatment balances doshas. Doshas mean life forces, within the human body.

2. Abhyanga

Abhyanga means “oil massage.” The base oil used for this ayurvedic treatment is sesame oil. The oil may be applied by a practitioner.

At the time of application, the oil is already mixed with special herbs that target insomnia or the condition the individual aims to treat. Abhyanga may help to settle Vata imbalances.

And many say it also increases circulation. People who experience the treatment report it relieves stress and relaxes the body.

3. Nasya

People have reported Nasya oil relieves several conditions, including insomnia. This oil aims to balance Vata, Kapha, and Pitta doshas.

People who have taken the treatment report that daily lubrication with the nasal oil releases built-up stress and relieves tension in the head and improves mental clarity.

The user places three to five drops in the nostril and sniffs the oil. Some people who take Nasya report it’s one of the most effective herbs for their insomnia.

4. Panchakarma

Holistic medicine practitioners say another way to sleep naturally without needing to take sleeping pills is to take Panchakarma. They report this treatment acts as a healing detoxification method to help insomnia as well as other ailments.

They believe it contains one of the most powerful healing modalities in ayurvedic medicine. This natural remedy improves people’s health and well-being and also restores the body to its natural balance.

5. Ashwagandha

The adaptogen, Ashwagandha is an ancient herbal remedy that’s been used for thousands of years in Ashwagandha medicine. This holistic medicine’s active compound called Triethylene glycol has been used to induce sleep.

Studies have shown the herb’s benefits in treating stress and exhaustion. Some researchers believe its positive effect treating insomnia may be due to the herb directly penetrating the central nervous system.

6. Tagara

Practitioners give Tagara, also known as Valeriani Wallichilli, for sleep deprivation and other ailments. They report one of its main benefits is helping insomnia.

Holistic herbologists report the plant targets the neurological and psychological systems. They believe this makes it effective in treating insomnia.

According to experienced practitioners, it’s known to pacify the Vata and Kapha, They also convey it helps to balance the body and also improve well-being.

7. Yashtimadhu

With a regular intake of Yashtimadhu, the herb is believed to improve and may even cure insomnia. People report the herb improves hormonal and energy levels, one’s moods, and the central nervous system.

Take it daily and you may notice a difference in how you feel. The body and mind may feel more relaxed and produce more natural energy.

Take Yashtimadhu combined with a healthy and balanced diet. People have reported they see a noticeable difference in their sleep patterns with the combination of a proper diet and Yashtimadhu.

8. Brahmi

One of the other herbs used for insomnia is Brahmi, also known as Bacopa monnieri. This herb comes in an oil and a tablet.

Practitioners and consumers say it rejuvenates the mind. They also say it improves mental clarity and performance and aids the correct function of the central nervous system.

Used by yogis during meditation, yogis say this plant-based remedy helps memory, alertness, and concentration.

This relaxing herb that cools the body and mind may provide an effective tonic for the Pitta dosha. It may also minimize an overflow of Kapha in our bodies, and tranquillize the Vata in the mind according to Ayurveda experts.

9. Mandookaparni

With leaves resembling the webbed feet of a frog and a cerebellum, Mandookaparni is one of the “doctrines of signatures” known as Gotu Kola. Traditionally used for the intellect, users of the herb also report the leaves help to regulate sleep function.

They report it helps people treat a wide variety of other conditions besides insomnia. Here’s a shortlist.

• Parkinson’s Disease
• Heart disease
• Asthma
• Anxiety
• Epilepsy
• Stomach conditions such as ulcers
• Many other disorders.

The number of ways Gotu Kola is reported to affect the mind and the body is too long to list. However, you can get an idea of the benefits reported by people by viewing the list above.

10. Shankhpushpi

An ayurvedic herb that may help you sleep soundly is Shankhpushpi. This treatment contains glycosides, flavonoids, and alkaloids that are said to relax the central nervous system.

The treatment has also been reported to provide relief for mental fatigue. People who suffer from anxiety and another stress-related neurosis believe it helps them to sleep better through the night.

Put Sleepless Nights to Rest with 10 Herbs for Insomnia

Before you pop a sleeping pill in your mouth created in a chemical lab, consider taking one of these natural herbs for insomnia. Try a few to see if they help you fall asleep, relax your mind and body, and sleep better during the night.

Would you like to speak to an experienced professional to learn more about ayurvedic insomnia treatments? Contact us today for a consultation, we’d be happy to help.

• November 9, 2020
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