Discover A Fabulous Natural Remedy For Insomnia
The causes of irregular sleep and chronic or occasional insomnia can be different. However, among the main triggers we find:
- Stress
- Anxiety
- Low nutrient diet
- Irregular working hours
- Disease
- Some medications
If the difficulty in obtaining a deep and restful sleep gets to worsen the quality of life, the first thing to do is certainly to consult a specialist.
In the meantime, supportive treatments, the so-called grandmother’s remedies, are always useful; natural medicine, when used with wisdom and competence, often represents a valid help. Today, in our space, we offer you a remedy for insomnia: an herbal tea based on cinnamon and banana, to be consumed before going to bed.
After that, just turn off all electronic devices (mobile phone, computer, television), open a book and let sleep get the better of you, giving you the much deserved rest. Do you want to try this fabulous remedy?
Banana and cinnamon for better sleep
Banana, or rather, banana peel to fight insomnia
Banana is one of the most complete, nutritious and healthy fruits.
- Many prefer to avoid it or reduce its consumption, thinking it is too caloric.
- Is a mistake. Bananas are not fattening; on the contrary, it can be a good ally in slimming diets because it satisfies, relaxes, reduces anxiety and promotes a deep and regenerating rest.
- The ideal is to buy organic and not overripe bananas. It is at this stage of maturation that one can benefit from their content of water, vitamins, mineral salts and fibers and their low glycemic index.
If we added a banana to this tea to help sleep, it is for a specific reason: it helps produce serotonin, a neurotransmitter that calms anxiety, relaxes and helps fight insomnia.
Let’s also remember that bananas contain high levels of potassium and magnesium, more in the peel than in the pulp. Do not throw away the peel: it is an important ingredient of our herbal tea.
Cinnamon: the spice of health and well-being
Cinnamon is a fabulous calming tonic. Simply through its fragrance, you enter a pleasant state of relaxation and well-being. If you drink this fabulous remedy for 10 days in a row, your body gradually gets used to its properties, reaching a deeper rest.
- Cinnamon helps balance blood sugar levels.
- When blood sugar levels are in balance, our hormones work in a more harmonious and balanced way, ensuring optimal rest.
- Another interesting aspect of this herbal tea is its ability to promote digestion in the evening.
- Good digestion after dinner helps the body to purify itself in the most adequate way. The liver and lymphatic system act as mediators in this detoxification and purification process.
- Last, but not least: banana cinnamon tea helps relax muscles and relieve stress overloads.
This herbal tea reduces the presence of cortisol in the blood, facilitating a good sleep. Is fantastic.
How to prepare our herbal tea against insomnia
Ingredients
- 1 organic banana
- ½ teaspoon of cinnamon (2.5 g)
- 1 liter of water
Preparation
The preparation is very simple. First we need to get organically grown bananas. We will, in fact, also use the peel and it is essential that this has not been treated with pesticides.
- Take the banana and cut the two ends. Heat it in a pot with a liter of water.
- Add half a teaspoon of cinnamon and let it cook.
- It must boil for at least 20 minutes. After this time, let it rest for another 10 minutes.
- The next step? Transfer the liquid to a bottle and drink a cup.
If you feel the need to sweeten the herbal tea, add a little honey. Do not use sugar, otherwise the anti-insomnia remedy will lose its effect.
How to take this herbal tea against insomnia?
Drink it every night, one hour before going to sleep. Bear in mind that it may take a few days to notice its effects. Be patient…
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