5 Best Teas That Will Help You Sleep

Whether you're desperately trying to meet your project deadline, have to pull an all-nighter for school, or need to binge a Netflix series that last left you on a cliffhanger, sleep often secures the top spot in one's 'ready-to-sacrifice' list. And, if you're one of those who can function on minimal sleep, bragging about your endurance, let us break it to you—your poor lifestyle habit is not only suppressing your immune system, but is ruining your skin as well. 

Sleep is a crucial, often neglected, component of one's overall health and well-being. Research indicates that nearly 30% of people suffer from insomnia, or the chronic inability to fall asleep, stay asleep, or achieve restorative, high-quality sleep. This has compelled a chunk of the world's population to turn to a range of herbal and medicinal remedies to induce and enhance the quantity and quality of sleep. 

 

 

Apart from oral medication, patches, and a plethora of relaxation techniques, herbal teas have become a front runner in tackling this common yet grave lifestyle concern. For centuries, these teas have been used as natural sleep inducers, with modern research backing their ability to aid sleep. "These teas contain low or no caffeine content and offer a sedative effect, while helping alleviate stress and anxiety," explains Bala Sarda, CEO and Founder, VAHDAM India.

Struggling to attain a sound 8-hour sleep? Bala Sarda explores the best bedtime blends that can provide instant relief from insomnia.

 

Chamomile Tea

 

Often regarded as a mild tranquilizer or sleep inducer, chamomile tea is one of the best bedtime teas that not only helps induce sleep, but also improves the quality of your sleep. The antioxidant 'apigenin' present in chamomile binds to specific receptors in your brain and helps alleviate anxiety, signaling the body to rest.

 

Product recommendation: Chamomile Mint Citrus Green Tea, VAHDAM India.

A generous blend of buoyant chamomile flowers, fresh peppermint, citrus-y tones of lemongrass, and orange peels to induce a deep sense of calm.

 

Green Tea

 

'L-theanine'—the active bio-compound present in green tea—is responsible for promoting sleep. It helps your brain relax by reducing stress-inducing hormones and by slowing down the firing of neurons. Studies also suggest that consuming 3-4 cups of green tea daily can help combat stress, fatigue, and can improve the quality of sleep. 

 

Product recommendation: Sweet Himalayan Detox Green Tea, VAHDAM India.

A complex and rich concoction blended with prime harvest teas sourced from the foothills of the mighty Himalayas, mixed with fresh and aromatic Indian spices.

 

Ashwagandha Tea

 

An ancient medicinal herb popularly used in the practice of Ayurveda, ashwagandha is a potent adaptogen that helps alleviate stress and keeps the mind relaxed. Research indicates that regular consumption of ashwagandha helps treat insomnia, induces sleep, and improves the quality of sleep as well. The ‘triethylene glycol’ present in ashwagandha is responsible for inducing and improving sleep. 

 

Product recommendation: Turmeric Ashwagandha Herbal Tea, VAHDAM India.

The Turmeric Ashwagandha Herbal tea lends the healing powers of ashwagandha, with bountiful turmeric and piquant lemongrass—the perfect elixir for a good night’s rest.

 

Mint Tea

 

Peppermint contains bio-compounds that act as a muscle relaxant and help your body calm down. Spearmint—another wonderful variant from the mint family—helps keep the factors that contribute to insomnia in check. Plus, its powerful anti-inflammatory properties aid in indigestion and help relieve headaches and migraines. 

 

Product recommendation: Mint Melody Green Tea, VAHDAM India.

A tantalizing blend of pure green tea, infused with refreshing notes of spearmint and peppermint.

 

Hibiscus Tea

 

Hibiscus, a tropical plant with abundant nutrition, is known to possess sedative and anxiolytic properties that can promote sound sleep. This vibrant, ruby cuppa with its delicious tarty notes also serves to be effective in avoiding headaches, relieving anxiety, and helping you de-stress.

 

Product recommendation: Hibiscus Rose Herbal Tea, VAHDAM India.

This tea offers a luscious and nourishing blend of hibiscus, rose petals, and exotic spices.