Without getting a good night’s rest, you increase the risk of depression,
sickness, weakness, low energy and hypertension. Sleep plays a vital role in
good health and well-being throughout life. If you get enough quality sleep at
the right time, it can help protect your mental health, physical health,
quality of life and safety.
During sleep, your body performs activities to support brain function and
maintain your physical health. In children and teens, sleep also helps in their
growth and healthy psychological and physical development.
The deficit of quality sleep can increase the risk of some chronic health
problems. It also can affect the quality of thinking, concentration, reaction,
working, learning, and social life.
According to the Institute of Medicine in America, more than 50 million
Americans experience sleep problems or suffer from sleep deprivation.
If you have any trouble sleeping, you should definitely try this homemade
Banana-Cinnamon drink, one hour before going to bed!
Why Banana and Cinnamon?
Its main ingredients are bananas and cinnamon. Banana, as it is highly
effective against insomnia and is also loaded in amino acids by the name
tryptophan that raises the serotonin level, which regulates sleep patterns.
Moreover, it improves the mood and controls the appetite. It is high in
potassium, iron, and calcium, minerals that help with sleeping issues. While
cinnamon is rich in essential oils like eugenol, phenylpropanoids that are
chemical compounds and responsible for its sweet and aromatic scent. This is
the perfect ingredient because it will improve the taste and will help your
body relax. Moreover, it will help with blood circulation and digestion which
also affect the sleep.
Ingredients:
* One liter of water
* One raw banana
* Pinch of cinnamon
Preparation:
Boil the water. Cut of the ends of the banana and add it in the water. Leave
them to boil for about 10 minutes. Pour this water into a teacup. Add small amount of cinnamon if you like it. Drink this one hour
before going to bed.
The poor sleep is an indication of mineral deficiencies, anxiety or poor eating
routine. Some chemical medicines bought from pharmacies may help you, but they
will not resolve the problem.
Have a good sleep !!!