Sleep

Sleep is a naturally occurring state of mind and body. Let’s take a look at the 6 different types of sleep in Ayurveda along with some remedies for better sleep. Sleep is an important biological process and requirement for the body just like food, water, and air. During sleep, our …

According to Ayurveda, napping during the day may lead to weight gain. Yes, you read that right!  Naps or daytime sleep, according to the Ayurvedic texts, can contribute toward weight gain even if you’re on a diet and working out regularly. Various Ayurvedic texts mention how daytime sleep can be …

You may be familiar with Ashwagandha as an adaptogen, useful in PCOS, thyroid conditions, anxiety, acne and sexual health. But will Ashwagandha help you sleep? According to Ayurveda, sleep is one of the three pillars of health that supports the human body. Those three pillars are Ahara (diet) Nidra (sleep), and …

Modern science is catching up with ancient Ayurvedic medicine. Ayurveda has known for thousands of years the importance of circadian rhythms. The study of ‘molecular mechanisms controlling circadian rhythms’ is so important and significant, the three scientists involved in this study- Jeffrey Hall, Michael Rosbash, and Michael Young- have just …

Does your morning ritual involve multiple rounds with the snooze alarm button, followed by copious amounts of caffeine to turbo charge the day and clear the cobwebs from your brain? Sleep is important. There is a direct connection between sleep and physical and emotional health. During sleep your body repairs …

Are you getting enough sleep to stay in good health? Studies suggest that sleep loss for less than 7 hours per night may have wide-ranging effects on the cardiovascular, endocrine, immune, and nervous systems. The Importance Of Healthy Sleep One of the most important principles of Ayurveda is the principle …

Foods rich in tryptophan, magnesium, calcium, vitamin B and those that boost serotonin and melatonin levels, are the best foods for insomnia. How do you define insomnia? Insomnia (Nidranasha or Anidra) is the difficulty in initiating or maintaining sound sleep. It may involve waking up early without complete sleep and …

Are you having trouble falling asleep? Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) may be just the remedy for you. As signified by its botanical name, Withania somnifera, ‘somnifera’ means “sleep-inducing”. It has been recommended for sound sleep for centuries.  Ashwagandha Insomnia Due to the relentless pace and pressures of today’s modern lifestyle, the …

Sleep or nidra as it is known in Ayurveda is given due importance. Nidra is considered as a “trayo upastamba” meaning it is one of the three supporting pillars of life. Let’s take a look at some remedies for improving sleep. Proper diet, sleep (nidra) and a regulated sex pattern …

Lack of sleep can slow down your daily functioning and can result in a deficit of concentration, which in turn, makes you prone to making mistakes. Luckily, Ayurveda prescribes several remedies for tackling insomnia and getting a good night’s sleep.  Sleeping well is a sign of good health by itself, …