Sleep is the fundamental need of the body, and insomnia is very harmful. But any person can encounter it, you just have to be nervous.
If insomnia has become chronic, you should talk about it with your doctor. In other cases, you can cope with this problem yourself.
To fall asleep, a person must completely relax. Everyone has their own relaxation methods.
For those who love flowers, we want to advise you to buy indoor plants that contribute to good sleep. Or give them to your beloved relatives, friends who have trouble sleeping. You can use essential oils or tinctures of flowers with a calming effect.
10. Gardenia
There are about 250 species of plants, but jasmine gardenia is most often grown in homes. This is a magnificent plant, the bush of which grows to an average of 50 cm. It has shiny dark green leaves and beautiful flowers, terry, similar to roses.
Gardenia blooms from July to the end of October, the flowers are very fragrant. Scientists from Germany, according to The Local magazine, conducted experiments.
Specialists from the Ruhr University in Bochum and the University of Heinrich Heine in Düsseldorf studied the effect of the smell of gardenia jasmine on animals and humans. And they were able to establish that the aroma of this flower acts just like valium. It calms and relaxes. This flower can replace medicine.
9. English ivy
Its second name is ordinary ivy. This unpretentious plant feels good in the twilight. It can become a decoration of any room, because It looks very beautiful.
Remember that this is a poisonous flower, it is better to place it in places inaccessible to children or pets. And when transplanting and other manipulations with ivy, do not forget to wear gloves.
Scientists have found that this plant cleans the air of formaldehyde, toxins and heavy metals, and also absorbs a lot of carbon dioxide.
If you want the air in your bedroom to be always fresh and clean, you should decorate it with pots of ivy. This plant is especially useful for residents of lower floors, in houses located near large highways.
8. Chlorophytum Comosum
An unpretentious plant that was grown not only at home, but also in clinics, schools, etc. during the Soviet era. This is a perennial grass, which in nature grows to 1 m, and in the house - no more than 40 cm.
It has long leaves, thin stems on which rosettes of leaves with roots are formed. No plant can do better with cleaning the air in the room, removing carbon monoxide, acetone, formaldehyde and other harmful substances from it.
It must be kept in the kitchen, as well as in rooms where they smoke, because it absorbs nicotine as well. It moisturizes the air, provides a comfortable microclimate in the bedroom, which helps a person fall asleep faster.
7. Jasmine
This flower has an enchanting sweet aroma. It is unpretentious, with glossy foliage and small flowers. During flowering, its aroma intensifies at night, causing some people to feel dizzy. Then it is time to take it out of the bedroom.
With proper care, jasmine can bloom in both winter and summer. Professor Hanns Hutt of the University of Ruhr and his colleagues determined that the smell of jasmine soothes, promotes relaxation.
Scientists have found that thanks to him, the effect on the body of GABA increased several times. It is an aminobutyric acid that calms the nervous system.
Researchers tested the effect of many flavors on GABA receptors, but only the smell of this flower increased the calming effect by 5 times.
This flower can replace sleeping pills, but, unlike them, it does not have side effects.
6. Spathiphyllum
He is also called "female happiness." Spathiphyllum can be found not only in apartments, but also in the office. Smooth beautiful leaves attract the eye, and white flowers will decorate any room.
It is unpretentious, but still requires regular care. So, it must be constantly watered, because spathiphyllum loves moisture.
It absorbs excess water, normalizing the climate in the house. It can destroy mold spores. Its leaves absorb harmful substances.
5. Sansevieria
The people call it "pike tail" or "mother-in-law's tongue." It has powerful roots that can break the pot of the plant. The leaves are long, up to 1 m, green, with stripes or spots. This unpretentious plant will survive in the house of a budding grower.
Why should you put him in the house? Sansevieria emits a lot of oxygen. It cleans the air well, destroying bacteria, neutralizes harmful fumes. Clean air in the bedroom contributes to sound sleep.
4. Gerbera
This is a herbaceous perennial plant that pleases with large flowers. It can be grown both in the house and in the open air. She will not only delight with her beautiful flowers, similar to a multi-colored daisy, but also purifies the air in the bedroom.
3. Valerian
A perennial herb was used hundreds of years ago; Hippocrates, Avicenna, Pliny, etc. wrote about it. Valerian was said to calm the soul and heart. It can be grown in the country.
She takes root well, but begins to bloom right away, from 2 years. It easily withstands frosts down to -15. Valerian rhizomes are dug up in the fall, plants that are at least 2 years old can be used.
They need to be dried, and then taken with insomnia. It is better to ask your doctor about dosages and terms of treatment.
2. Aloe Vera
This unpretentious plant has unique properties, helps to cope with many diseases. It has fleshy leaves with a matte coating. Loves the bright sun and good lighting. If he does not have enough light, the plant stretches.
It is used to treat and prevent insomnia. There are many recipes, here is one of them. Need to take 1 tsp. aloe juice, mix it with 1 tbsp. honey, pour 1 tbsp. slightly warm water. Take this drink 1 hour before bedtime.
1. Lavender
A beautiful plant with a delicate aroma is often used in everyday life and industry. Its essential oil is used as a mild sedative. It helps to cope with anxiety and insomnia, relieves nervous tension.
You can take baths with essential oils before going to bed, adding 8 drops to the foam for bathing. Or breathe them before you go to bed.
It is good to store dried lavender flowers in bags, placing them between bed linen. The light aroma of this plant will help calm down and provide a good sleep.