Ayurvedic Treatment for Insomnia — Sleep Better Naturally
Source: AyurConnect Editorial
Insomnia (Anidra) is primarily Vata-Manas disturbance. Modern sleeping pills work short-term but create dependence. Ayurveda restores sleep architecture.
**The 3 pillars.** Sleep hygiene + herbal support + Sirodhara (where accessible).
**Herbs.** Brahmi Ghrita (1 tsp at bedtime). Jatamansi Choornam. Tagara (Indian Valerian) — works as well as melatonin for sleep onset. Saraswatarishta for anxiety-driven insomnia.
**Sirodhara course.** 7-14 daily sessions can re-set chronic insomnia. Most clinically supported Ayurvedic intervention.
**Sleep hygiene.** No screens 60 min before bed. No caffeine after 2pm. Cool, dark, screen-free bedroom. Fixed sleep + wake times. Pada Abhyanga (foot massage with Brahmi or sesame oil) for 10 min before bed.
**Diet.** Warm milk with cardamom + nutmeg before bed (classical recipe). Avoid late heavy meals — last meal 3h before sleep. No alcohol — disrupts REM sleep.
**Realistic timeline.** Sleep onset improves in 2-3 weeks. Sleep maintenance (waking at 3am pattern) takes 6-8 weeks to address.
**Critical.** If on prescription sleep medication, taper under physician supervision while building Ayurvedic support. Sudden discontinuation can rebound.
--- _AI-generated educational content — pending medical review. For diagnosis and personalised treatment, consult a verified BAMS / MD-Ayurveda doctor. Find one at https://ayurconnect.com/doctors._ _Author: AyurConnect Editorial._