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Natural Healing Herbs That Can Give You A Good Night's Sleep

There are certain natural herbs that can cure insomnia effectively. Read this article to find out about these healing herbs.

By Sravia Sivaram

Most of the people today suffer from sleep disorders. This can be mainly attributed to the lifestyle conditions. Numerous people suffer from sleep disturbances, night terrors, insomnia or sleep apnoea.

This article deals with certain natural herbs to cure insomnia and other sleep disorders. Sleep apnoea is a kind of sleep disorder when a person's breathing gets affected during sleep. People who are affected by this will stop breathing suddenly at night.

natural herbs to cure insomnia

This actually means that the brain and the rest of the body do not get enough of oxygen supply. Sleep apnoea is of two types, namely, obstructive sleep apnoea and central sleep apnoea.

The former is caused by a blockage of the airway. The latter occurs when the brain signals the muscles to breathe due to the instability in the respiratory control centre.

Sleep apnoea can affect anybody irrespective of the age or gender. Some of the risk factors of sleep apnoea include being overweight, being over 40 years of age, having a family history of sleep apnoea.

So, continue reading to know about the natural herbs that have a great healing power and also cure insomnia, sleep apnoea and other sleep-related disorders.

1. Snake Plant:

1. Snake Plant:

Snake plant releases more oxygen during the night. It improves the quality of air around you and you'll be able to breathe more easily. Keeping potted snake plants in your bedroom is recommended.

2. Lavender:

2. Lavender:

Lavender is known for its relaxing properties and has been in use for centuries. It helps relieve anxiety and stress. It provides a calm atmosphere in the bedroom and is perfect for providing a good relaxing sleep. It is one of the best natural herbs to cure insomnia.

3. English Ivy:

3. English Ivy:

This plant helps in improving the air quality. It absorbs the toxins and releases oxygen. This aids with breathing and also reduces the airborne mold infestation at least up to 94%.

4. Aloe Vera:

4. Aloe Vera:

Aloe vera is also known to produce tons of oxygen into the air where it is present and this will help relieve insomnia and sleep apnoea to a great extent and provide you enough sleep.

Story first published: Thursday, February 16, 2017, 18:17 [IST]
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