How to sleep: 'I'm a health coach and I have a bedtime beverage every night for deep slumber' ()
<iframe frameborder="0" height="100%" scrolling="no" src="https://www.gbnews.com/res/scraper/embed/?video_url=https%3A%2F%2Fmm-v2.simplestream.com%2Fiframe%2Fplayer.php%3Fkey%3D3Li3Nt2Qs8Ct3Xq9Fi5Uy0Mb2Bj0Qs%26player%3DGB003%26uvid%3D52880734%26type%3Dvod%26viously_id%3DhjmgE_Vq7Ja" width="100%"></iframe><br/><p>Failing to get the recommended eight hours of sleep can have ripple effects on our health, both in the short and long term.</p><p>Social media users have shared a wide array of remedies to combat sleep troubles. Many, however, prove to be fads.</p><h3></h3><br/><p>Hormone balance health coach Becca Holland says she relies on a bedtime beverage to promote better quality slumber.</p><p>“You probably find it annoying when people say they’re going to give you a recipe for a hormone-balancing drink,” Becca said.</p><h3></h3><br/><div class="embed-latest"></div><h3></h3><br/><img alt="NUTRITIONIST BECCA" class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="4612a33d8b6bc2a85d1c8d42282ede6c" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="1b095" loading="lazy" src="https://www.gbnews.com/media-library/nutritionist-becca.jpg?id=60263549&width=980"/><p>“It’s just so vague, but I’m going to tell you why this one is actually beneficial for you.</p><p>“I have this every night before bedtime because not only does it help with sleep, but also with inflammation and immunity. </p><p>“It’s great for digestion - the list goes on. Use whatever type of milk you want.”</p><p>The caption of her post added: “Golden milk has been used in Ayurvedic medicine for centuries to support inflammation, hormone balance, and relaxation.”</p><h3></h3><br/><div class="embed-dontmiss"></div><h3></h3><br/><p>The health coach's recipe requires the following ingredients:</p><ul><li>1 cup of whole milk</li><li>½ tsp turmeric</li><li>¼ tsp cinnamon</li><li>1 tsp coconut oil</li><li>A pinch of black pepper (boosts absorption)</li><li>¼ tsp ashwagandha powder</li></ul><p>Together, the ingredients “support melatonin production for deep sleep,” noted Becca, with additional benefits including reduced stress hormones and liver detoxification.</p><h3></h3><br/><div class="embed-mostread"></div><p><strong>LATEST DEVELOPMENTS:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.gbnews.com/health/how-to-sleep-foods-to-avoid-curry-meat" target="_self">Struggling to sleep? Avoid 3 foods that 'reduce sleep quality and lead to a restless night'</a></li><li><a href="https://www.gbnews.com/health/how-to-get-better-sleep-cherry-juice-melatonin-magnesium" target="_self">What to drink for better sleep - the melatonin-boosting fruit juice that improves duration & quality</a></li><li><a href="https://www.gbnews.com/health/how-to-sleep-better-drink-tea-before-bed" target="_self">Should you drink tea before bed? Best hot drinks to 'help you relax and boost sleep quality'</a></li></ul><h3></h3><br/><img alt="woman sleeping" class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="887c7d70c68b24389b81a4cf0989707c" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" id="1d8cf" loading="lazy" src="https://www.gbnews.com/media-library/woman-sleeping.webp?id=56376832&width=980"/><p>While each ingredient promotes sleep through different mechanisms, ashwaganda may offer the most benefit for relaxation.</p><p>Several studies have shown that it reduced time to fall asleep, increased total sleep time, improved sleep efficiency, and better alertness upon waking.</p><p>In one trial, participants taking the supplement reported up to a 72 per cent improvement in sleep quality, compared to 29 per cent in the placebo group.</p><p>This is particularly beneficial for individuals with insomnia or stress-induced sleeplessness.</p>
