With the onset of the winter season leading to shorter days and longer nights, your body naturally wants to sleep more.
As social calendars fill up during this festive period, it's no surprise that many of us feel a little more tired than usual. Recent Google trends show a sharp increase in searches for "sleep hygiene," indicating that people want to improve their sleep.
For those who struggle to get quality sleep, the experts at Electric Tobacconist have recommended a trick for falling asleep quickly that they think is worth trying out - and even presented the scientific rationale. Ah, what is the trick in question? Drinking lettuce water. This unconventional sleep aid is lauded for its calming effect and simple preparation.
It's prepared by pouring hot water over lettuce leaves, similar to making a cup of coffee, and this concoction is believed to release natural compounds like lactocarium that can help promote relaxation and relieve stress. It's a soothing, all-natural solution to unwinding, especially on frosty winter evenings, Surrey Live reports.
"Winter often disrupts sleep with shorter daylight hours, increased stress and the desire for deeper rest. Drinking lettuce water before bed can help calm the nervous system, making it easier to drift off despite seasonal challenges. Its warm, herbal nature also adds a cozy ritual to your nighttime routine, perfect for fighting the cold and creating a sense of calm," experts explained.
Lettuce water is fast gaining popularity as a simple and all-natural sleep aid, with numerous social media users endorsing its sleep-aiding properties. During the holiday rush or simply in search of a soothing nightcap, this hack seems an easy choice. | BGNES
