Using herbs for a great night's sleep

 

We hear lots about herbs that can help us get a better night’s sleep but how do

you choose and which one’s work and in what form?

Here’s our round up of some of our favourite products that use top sleep

inducing herbs:

 

Valerian Tea – Valerian helps to relax the nervous system and encourages

healthy sleep patterns. We like: https://www.pukkaherbs.com/shop/organic-supplements/night-time/

 which contains Valerian and Ashwagandha (see below)

 

 

 

Ashwagandha capsules - Ashwagandha has been used for 3000 years in

Ayurvedic medicine and is believed to reduce stress and therefore sleep

quality. We found these capsules which are also available at Holland and Barratt:

 

 

 

Pillow Sprays - Pillow sprays are great to use at bedtime and if you struggle to

get off to sleep can help you drift off. We love:

 

 

 

Lavender oil - Lavender is one of the most common herbs associated with

improving sleep problems. We love using it as an oil, either directly onto the

skin or mixed with a base oil. Try rubbing a little into your palms at bedtime or

even onto the soles of your feet. We love:

 

 

 

Chamomile Tea – Like lavender, chamomile is an age-old remedy for improving

sleep. It has a calming effect on the mind and body thanks and contains an

antioxidant called Apigenin which helps to induce sleep. Chamomile tea is

widely available in supermarkets and healthfood stores. We love: