A Recipe for Better Sleep
Co-written with Adriana Deluca
This year, daylight savings has taken a toll on us more than past years. Tweets and social media posts highlight how daylight savings is disrupting our sleep schedule and making it harder to get a good night's sleep. For those of you who are in the same boat as us, we have the perfect sleep recipe for you.
Lavender Pillow Spray
Lavender is a scented herb that is shown to have a broad range of effects in the body. It works as an anxiolytic (also known as an anxiety reliever) and as a sedative, allowing your body to become relaxed and calm. Spray a little on your pillow every night— it not only smells good, but eases your body into a good night's rest.
We have been using this lavender pillow spray for about a year and cannot recommend it enough!
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Diffuser
Essential oils are a great way to relax the mind and body before bed. Essential oils have been used for centuries to promote overall health and well-being. Putting a few drops of an essential oil of your choice is an easy, all-natural way to boost sleep and make your room smell good!
There are many different types of diffusers on the market, and most have great reviews. This diffuser is the third best selling on Amazon and comes with essential oils to get your collection going!
CBD
Cannabidiol, also known as CBD, is the main cannabinoid in the cannabis plant. CBD interacts with your endocannabinoid system and helps return your body to a more balanced state.
Unlike THC, CBD is not psychoactive. This means that CBD does not get you “high”. CBD is legal in all fifty states and can help treat many health conditions such as pain, anxiety, and depression.
CBD helps your body to remain balanced and calm before bed. Eating a gummy before bed will allow you to feel calm, relaxed, and comfortable in order to get a good night’s sleep.
*Disclaimer* CBD does not contain melatonin, so it will not disrupt your body’s natural melatonin supply
These CBD gummies have great reviews on Amazon:
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