Getting a good night’s sleep is amazing! Waking up well-rested helps us function physically and mentally throughout the day. While some people feel energized after just 6 hours of sleep, others might need 8 hours or more. However much rest your body needs, consistently struggling to fall asleep or stay asleep can seriously affect your health.
Insomnia is a common sleep disorder that affects about one-third of adults worldwide. It includes problems like difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, and poor sleep quality. There are two main types of insomnia:
1. Acute Insomnia: This type usually lasts between 1-4 weeks and is often related to stress, physical discomfort from injury or illness, or medication.
2. Chronic Insomnia: This type lasts longer than a month and may be caused by chronic stress, depression, or underlying health issues.
Fortunately, insomnia isn’t a problem without solutions. Here are three natural ways to help you sleep better:
1. Cut Out Caffeine and Alcohol
Caffeine is a stimulant that many people rely on to get through the day. If you can’t skip your morning coffee, limit other caffeinated drinks and avoid caffeine in the afternoons. Alcohol can be tricky because it might make you feel drowsy and help you fall asleep initially, but it disrupts your sleep quality and causes you to wake up more during the night.
2. Stick to a Schedule
Maintaining a strict sleep schedule, even on weekends and days off, is crucial when dealing with insomnia. A regular sleep pattern can improve your sleep quality. Avoid naps, and try to go to bed and wake up at the same time every day. Your body will adjust to this routine, making it easier to fall asleep and stay asleep until you’re fully rested.
3. Chiropractic Care
Insomnia, like many other disorders, can be linked to nerve interference in the body. Nerve impulses need to move freely from the brain to the organs and extremities. When these impulses are blocked, health problems can arise. Chiropractic adjustments can correct misaligned bones (subluxations) affecting your nervous system, improving communication within your body and enhancing your overall health.
Don’t let insomnia control your life! There are natural treatments available to help you get the rest you need.