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Is it good to drink tea before bed?


Is it good to drink tea before bed?

 

Currently, the problem of insomnia in Thai people is getting more and more. According to statistics, in 2019, approximately 19 million Thais face insomnia and insufficient sleep, or 30 to 40 percent of the population. It's shocking and profoundly worrisome. So many people started looking for a solution to this problem. I believe that the first helper that we often hear is “drinking tea before bedtime” This is a method that is quite effective. If you want to know how useful it is to drink tea before bedtime? Can it really help you sleep? So what tea can help relax the body and sleep better? This article has the answer for you.


Want to sleep well Does drinking tea before bed really help?

When we hear people say "Can't sleep? Try drinking tea before bed.” You may wonder if tea really helps you sleep. And why does tea make me sleep better? The answer is that drinking tea before bed actually helps. And if it's a warm tea, it will make it easier to fall asleep. The warmth of the tea will help your body relax and sleep better. when the body is warm There will be a command to the brain that it's time to rest the body itself.

 

Tea contains caffeine, so how can tea help with sleep?

Tea contains caffeine. But not all teas contain caffeine. drinking tea to sleep well Choose a tea that is free of caffeine. or tea with low caffeine content Camellia Sinensis, or Chinese tea tree, typically has a lower caffeine content compared to Camellia Assamica, or larger Assam tea tree. If you want to sleep well, choose large tea leaves. and soaked/boiled in water for a short period of time because of the amount of leaves, the size of the leaves, the soaking/boiling time And the temperature of the water affects the amount of caffeine in a cup of tea. Small tea leaves release more caffeine than large tea leaves. including making tea If the tea is soaked/boiled in hot water for a long time The more caffeine is released, so drinking tea to sleep well. Drink tea with a low caffeine content. or caffeine-free including drinking while the tea is still warm To make the body relax and sleep more comfortably.

 

Which tea is best to drink before bedtime?

as mentioned above Drinking tea to relax and sleep soundly. Choose a tea that has less caffeine. or decaffeinated tea The tea that has such properties that Ms.Organics will introduce today. In addition to helping to relax and sleep well. It is also good for the health of the drinker, which will have some kind of tea. Let's see below.

 

Chamomile tea

Chamomile tea is used as a natural medicine. And has been regarded as a natural sleeping pill ever. Because drinking chamomile tea before bed It will help calm the body and sleep more easily.

 

Peppermint Tea

Peppermint tea is the ultimate appetite suppressant tea. If you drink it before eating, it will help you feel full for a long time and won't cause hunger during the night. And if drinking peppermint tea before bedtime will help your body relax. reduce muscle tension Helps to fall asleep more easily In addition to helping with sleep Peppermint tea can also help your skin glow.

 

Oolong tea

Oolong tea is a fragrant and mellow tea. Oolong tea helps to sleep deeply in the middle of waking up. and wake up refreshed Oolong tea contains L-Theanine, which helps to focus and relax. To be effective, drink 1 glass during the day and 1 more decaffeinated drink 1 hour before bedtime.

 

Decaffeinated green tea

Green tea contains L - Theanine, just like oolong tea. It is a substance that helps the body relax. Helps reduce mental stress Make it easier for the body to rest

 

Red tea or rooibos tea

Rooibos tea is a tea made from the leaves of the Rooibos plant. It is a tea that stands out for its flavor and beneficial properties. Studies have shown that rooibos tea can help prevent certain cancers, heart disease, and slow down premature aging. It also makes sleeping better. Because Rooibos tea contains magnesium that helps calm the nervous system, relax the brain and sleep more deeply.

 

Fermente fermented tea

It is an essential tea that is indispensable. Because fermente is a fermented tea blend that contains L-Theanine, which helps to focus and relax. sleep more easily Fermente carefully selects premium ingredients. Only tea leaves with high levels of active ingredients are selected to produce healthy nourishing drinks for maximum benefits. Both help strengthen immunity, inhibit cancer cells, have anti-inflammatory effects, detoxify the liver, detoxify. and many more benefits

 

Additional knowledge: “Sleep less and you don't see anything here.” A popular belief that just thinking is wrong.

Many people may not see the importance of sleep so much. Thinking that sleeping a lot or sleeping less does not affect anything. If you can't sleep, just find something to do and wait for your body to fall asleep on its own. I see that there is no need to use tea as an aid to sleep better. But actually getting enough sleep is very important. because it allows the body to fully repair itself Your immune system and brain work better. This will make the body strong and have a long life. The word sleep enough in each age range is not the same. Sleep appropriately according to each age, details are as follows:

  • School age (6-13 years) The optimal hours of sleep are 9-11 hours.
  • Teenagers (14-17 years) The optimal hours of sleep are 8-10 hours.
  • Early adulthood (18-25 years) The optimal hours of sleep are 7-9 hours.
  • As an adult (26-64 years), the optimal sleep time is 7-9 hours.
  • Older adults (65 years and over): The optimal sleep hours are 7-8 hours.
 

Extra Tips: 5 ways to help sleep easier besides drinking tea before bed

1. Exercise regularly.

Exercise should be at least 3 times a week, 30 minutes each time. If possible, exercise every day. Because exercise will make you sleep better. Caution is Do not exercise before bedtime because it will cause the body to be awake and causing insomnia.

 

2. No naps during the day or in the evening.

Because taking a nap during the day will make your body remember that it has been rested. resulting in insomnia in the middle of the day But if the body is really unable to take a nap, the best time to take a nap is 13.00 - 15.00 and should only take a short nap, no more than 30 minutes.

 

3. Adjust the atmosphere in the bedroom to suit sleep.

The bedroom should be adjusted to suit the light, sound and comfort. There must not be any light or sound into the room, do not sleep with the lights on or leave the television on. Should choose a bed and pillows that are soft and comfortable. All of this will help create a more comfortable sleep environment.

 

4. No electronic devices 30 minutes before going to bed.

mobile play or tablet before bed will make it harder to sleep because the nervous system is awake In addition, the blue light from the screen makes the body perceive that there is light and secrete melatonin, making it difficult to fall asleep. Therefore, you should refrain from electronic devices at least 30 minutes before going to bed.

 

5. Can't sleep, don't resist

If sleeping for 20-30 minutes and still not sleeping Get out of bed and find a relaxing activity like reading softly, listening to soothing music until you feel sleepy, then go back to sleep again.

 

After reading this article Many people probably already know that, in addition to tea, it helps to wake up. There are also many popular teas that people drink as well that can help you sleep better. We also share techniques on how to get quality sleep. Along with choosing to drink tea that makes you sleep better if you do these two things together on a regular basis. Believe that everyone will be able to sleep easier and sleep quality for sure.

 

Thank you information from

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