
Trouble sleeping?
Well, if that’s a resounding yes, then you’re not alone. Addressing the issue, an article entitled India Is Sleep Deprived says that “Sleep deprivation is one of the reasons behind the rising incidence of serious illnesses — diabetes, heart attack and cancer, among others — in young and middle-aged Indians.”
We bet you would do anything to get a good night’s sleep every night and wake up feeling healthy and refreshed. This blog will help you understand why sleep eludes you and what you can do about it. Don’t worry this is not going to be a “deep breaths, count sheep” sort of solution!
Why Am I Not Able to Sleep?
Insomnia? Well, don’t shy away from the thought that it might just be it. Many adults experience acute insomnia, lasting for days or weeks so it could happen to you. Don’t stress about it though. Understanding Insomnia will help you deal with it better, so let’s back up a bit and see what this really is.
Insomnia is a sleep disorder in which you have trouble falling or staying asleep. It could affect your health and well-being, leaving you fatigued, drowsy, and depleted of energy during the day and affect your productivity, mood and attention levels.
What Causes Insomnia? - Stress, trauma, travel or work schedules, poor sleeping habits, mental health disorders like depression, anxiety and PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder), medical conditions like- cancer, diabetes, heart disease, asthma, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), overactive thyroid, Parkinson's disease and Alzheimer's disease, lack of exercise, nicotine, caffeine and alcohol …
Phew! That’s a mouthful but the point is that there could be a LOT of reasons you are not getting that much needed shut eye. Understanding the reason why could help you rule out the causes of your insomnia.
Now to the good part …
How To Get A Good Night’s Sleep
Licensed physician and clinical product manager Dr. Poonam talks about why we should tap into the timeless remedy found in natural herbs: “Nature has given us all that we need to help us sleep better. Natural herbs like Ashwagandha are powerful adaptogens that helps alleviate stress, boost immunity and reduce fatigue. The antiseptic properties of turmeric, digestive benefits of nutmeg, and detoxifying functions of cardamom are just a few of the plethora of natural remedies for sleep.”
This profound truth led to the creation of Moonbrew – bedtime lattes that bring together the goodness of natural herbs to give you a taste of nature’s sweet lullaby. Want to know more? Drop us a message and allow us to help you sleep better.