Treatment for Insomnia
Many times, we suffer from insomnia. So what can we do when we have trouble sleeping? Are there any solutions?
Due to the increase in workload for modern people, if you experience anxiety, depression, or irritability and constantly have poor sleep at night, and feel tired during the day, you can try massaging these "happy acupoints".
What to do for insomnia? How to regulate insomnia? What should you eat for insomnia?
Massage the Pericardium Meridian
The Pericardium Meridian is a meridian that runs along the midline of the front of the human arm. It starts in the chest, belongs to the pericardium meridian, goes down to the diaphragm, and continues to the middle finger. There is one on each arm.
You can massage each acupoint along the Pericardium Meridian one by one. Each acupoint should be pressed until it feels sore, and then press a few more times. It is best to press until it no longer feels sore. The pressure does not need to be too heavy, and hold the pressure for a few seconds. On average, massage each acupoint for 2-3 minutes.
If you find it troublesome to find the acupoints, you can directly tap the Pericardium Meridian. Tap along the meridian, which is very effective for unblocking the Qi mechanism.
Rub the Middle Ditch Acupoint
The Middle Ditch acupoint (between the two breasts) has the functions of calming the mind and relieving chest congestion. When massaging, use the tip of your thumb to press and rub the acupoint with a little force, pressing and rubbing for about five seconds each time, and then rest for three seconds. When feeling angry, rub it about a hundred times up and down to promote smooth Qi flow.
Lightly tap Baihui and Fengchi
Fengchi acupoint is located in the back of the neck, in the depression between the sternocleidomastoid muscle and the trapezius muscle. Tapping this acupoint can have a refreshing effect on the eyes and brain. Just tap it lightly whenever you feel tired, tense, or anxious. The strength should be enough to feel a slight pain.
Apply pressure to the Hegu acupoint
With one hand, bend the thumb at the first joint and press it against the outer edge of the other hand's webbing between the thumb and index finger. The spot where the fingertip points is the Hegu acupoint. The Hegu acupoint belongs to the Large Intestine Meridian of Hand Yangming. Massaging this acupoint has a certain therapeutic effect on neurogenic headaches, insomnia, and neurasthenia.
What to eat for insomnia
Chrysanthemum Tea
Chrysanthemum tea is the preferred choice for preparing a bedtime drink because of its gentle sedative effect. It is the best natural remedy for calming the mind and soothing the nerves.
Warm Milk
Warm milk has a calming and soothing effect, and drinking milk before bed not only does not make you gain weight, but also replenishes calcium in the body.
Millet Porridge
Millet porridge contains tryptophan, a substance that reduces excitability.
Almonds
Almonds have a hypnotic effect and can also protect the heart. In addition, they have moisturizing and skin-firming effects, and can eliminate pigmentation, freckles, and dark spots. They are suitable for women to consume.
Bananas
Bananas relax muscles, and when the muscles are in a relaxed state, it is easier to fall asleep.
