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Snoring Your Way To Health

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Did you know – a healthy amount of sleep per night is between eight and ten hours a night for adults?

Ready to hear how many people are actually reaching that amount of sleep?

According to “The Better Sleep Council,” 65% of Americans don’t get enough sleep, specifically because of stress.  32% of Americans are losing sleep and not getting the right amount that they need, at least once per week.  And an amazing 16% of Americans have insomnia, where they are unable to sleep, specifically because of stress.

Just in case you thought you were alone with restless nights, you may be happy to know that over half of the world is probably up and tossing and turning like you are.

Losing sleep isn’t just a minor problem for most, but can result in mild to severe health problems if it isn’t taken care of.  Fatigue can lead to illnesses, weight gain and other major difficulties.  This is because sleep is used so the body can rejuvenate and regain the energy that is needed to be expended throughout the day.

If you have a problem with sleeping, even if it isn’t related to insomnia, you can get help, even if it isn’t  through sleep medications or pills.  There are several types of herbs that cure and help to reduce stress so you can get the sleep needed. Following are some of the most common alternative therapies that can be used.

1. Chamomile tea.  This is one of the most potent herbal remedies that can be used to reduce stress.  It is known to sooth and reduce stress, as well as to slow down the body’s activities for the day.

2.  Lavender.  Like chamomile, this is one of the best known recipes for sleeplessness.  You can take it as a tea or try aromatherapy out for the best way to relax.  This particular herb targets the central nervous system, which automatically starts to slow down this area so you can become rested.

3.  Other herbs.  While chamomile and lavender are known to be the most potent, you can try other herbs and aromatherapy for similar results.  Lemon balm, Kava Kava and Saint John’s Wort are known to be just as potent and therapeutic for bed time relaxation.

4.  Relaxation techniques.  You’ve probably heard it before, but since it’s been noted that most of the problem with sleep is related to stress, the  major way to get sleep is to find anti-stress techniques.  Yoga, exercises, meditations and visualizations can all help to clear your mind and to slow down your thought process so you can get the rest that you need.

5.  Changing habits.  If you are still not finding a difference, you may want to look at what else may be causing the problem.  If you drink caffeine or consume alcohol, for instance, this may alter how your body reacts to being able to rest.  Watching other food and drink before bed, as well as changing before bed behavior patterns can all make a difference in your sleeping habits.

For everyone is the need to learn to de-stress, with permission to take advantage of a complete and full sleep for better health.  If you are having difficulties, than finding substitutes to help you change your behaviors and patterns are needed to provide you with better patterns for getting a full night rest.

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