A_Complete_Handbook_of_Nature_Cures

Sleep : Restorative of Tired Body and Mind
Sleeping pills are no remedy for sleeplessness. They are habit-forming and become less
effective when taken continuously. They lower the I.Q. dull the brain and can prove fatal if taken
in excess or before or after alcohol. The side-effect of sleeping pills include indigestion, skin
rashes, lowered resistance to infection, circulatory and respiratory problems, poor appetite, high
blood pressure,kidney and liver problems and mental confusion.
Sleeping well is an art. It needs a perfect blend of healthy habits and control of mind. A clean
body and mind, relaxed mood, physical exercises, and perfect dietary control are some of the
basic sleep-inducing methods.
Unpleasant situatins at bed time such as arguments, quarrels, watching a horror movie, listening
to loud music which would create anxiety, fear, excitement and worries should be avoided. Such
situations stimulate the cerebral cortex and tend to keep one awake.
The sleeping place should be well ventilated, with balanced temperature and free from noises.
The bed should be neither too hard nor too soft, but comfortable. The pillow should not be too
hard or too high. The bed clothes should be loose-fitting and light coloured. Another important
rule is not to have heavy food shortly before bed time.
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