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Insomnia – When Sleep Stops Coming Naturally
What is Insomnia?
Insomnia is a common sleep disorder where a person finds it difficult to fall asleep, stay asleep, or wake up feeling refreshed. It can be short-term (acute) or long-term (chronic) and may significantly affect your physical health, emotional well-being, and daily performance.
Symptoms of Insomnia
Common symptoms of insomnia include difficulty falling asleep, frequent waking at night, waking up too early, and feeling tired even after sleep. People with insomnia may also experience irritability, lack of focus, low energy, headaches, and mood swings during the day.
Causes of Insomnia
Insomnia can be caused by stress, anxiety, depression, irregular sleep routines, excessive screen time, late-night eating, caffeine or alcohol, or underlying health conditions like hyperthyroidism or chronic pain. In Ayurveda, it is associated with an imbalance of Vata and Pitta doshas, which disturb the mind and nervous system.
Ayurvedic View (Anidra or Nidranasha)
In Ayurveda, insomnia is referred to as Anidra or Nidranasha, caused mainly by the aggravation of Vata dosha, which governs the nervous system. Excessive mental activity, emotional stress, improper diet, and overstimulation disturb the natural sleep rhythm. Pitta imbalance may also lead to night-time restlessness and early awakening.
Ayurvedic Treatment for Insomnia
Ayurvedic treatment aims to calm the mind, relax the body, and restore the natural sleep cycle. It includes:
Herbal remedies like Brahmi, Ashwagandha, Tagar, Shankhpushpi, and Jatamansi, which help reduce anxiety and promote sound sleep.
Panchakarma therapies such as Shirodhara (oil dripping on the forehead) and Abhyanga (full-body oil massage) are effective in relaxing the nervous system.
Dietary and lifestyle changes such as avoiding spicy or heavy meals at night, following a regular sleep routine, and limiting screen exposure before bedtime.
Why Choose Natural Healing for Insomnia?
Ayurveda and Homeopathy do not rely on sedatives or sleeping pills. Instead, they focus on restoring mind-body balance, reducing overthinking, and calming the nervous system. Natural therapies help re-establish a healthy sleep cycle, improve mental clarity, and enhance daytime energy — without dependency or side effects.
