4. Chamomile
While chamomile can be found in many teas marketed as sleep-inducing, the evidence behind this traditional sleep aid is scant. According to several studies, the herb may provide a sedative effect. In addition, researchers also noted that chamomile has widely been used as an aromatherapy oil or tea to induce relaxation and relieve insomnia.
But there’s an interesting thing here. That cup of chamomile tea may help you drift off to sleep, and not just because the herb is sleep-promoting. In fact, when it comes to sleep, the placebo effect is quite real. So, if the taste, aroma, or simply the ritual of making that cup of chamomile tea seems to help you relax, stick with the habit.
According to sleep experts, a lot of people seem to improve their insomnia severity with placebo treatments. So, if something didn’t work for a friend, it may work for you, and vice versa. Our bodies function differently, so you may want to try several natural remedies until you find one that seems to help.
