When bed time approaches the thought of another restless, sleepless night can cause anxiety and stress; the body's natural response to this is an increase in adrenalin, heartbeat and blood pressure. The dread of another bout of insomnia can be enough to cause it.
A warm cup of chamomile tea is a fantastic way to combat the concern and apprehension. The heat of the drink is a great way to prepare the body for sleep, it's comforting and relaxing. Plus chamomile has been used since the days of ancient Egypt to promote calmness and as a mild sedative. It's a totally natural product so there's no need to worry about any man-made chemicals and it contains no caffeine, unlike so many other drinks we may enjoy before bedtime. Many sleep professionals think that caffeine is the number one enemy of a good rest.
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I spent years in a busy corporate job trying to go to bed while still worried about the day at work. I rarely slept well and was tired, irritable and often experience headaches in the morning. It was my habit to have a cup of coffee after dinner, one of many I had throughout the day. On the advice of my doctor I started replacing that coffee with a chamomile tea. The results were almost immediate. I fell asleep quicker, slept better and woke up well rested. I looked forward to turning on the kettle as my body knew it was almost time to enjoy a night in bed.
There are many other health benefits associated with the herb. It has been used to treat wounds, calm stomach aches and helps relive diabetes and high cholesterol in addition to it's use as an anxiolotic and an anti-inflammatory.
I take it with some honey just before retiring. It can be a little bitter on its own so experiment with a few blends to find the one you like best. Taking chamomile tea as a drink before bed is one of the best things you can do for your general health and to help your sleep.
How Chamomile Tea Will Help You to Fall Asleep
Steve N Miller used to dread going to bed. A few trips to the GP and much research later and he now enjoys sleeping and waking up refreshed. A well rested body is a healthy one. For help with sleeping disorders see your doctor!
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