Sleep disorder and presence of ama - #24670

Follow - 1.Sunlight exposure within 30 mins of waking (even 10 min helps reset melatonin) 2.Stop screens 1 hour before sleep (blue light disrupts melatonin) ##Sleep herbs (natural): Ashwagandha – 1 capsule at night (calms the nervous system) Tagara or Jatamansi – deeply calming herb Warm milk with nutmeg or turmeric + ghee before bed Use sleep mask, white noise, and lavender oil on pillow to help

🌸 avoid excessive intake of salt, sour, spicy, junkfoods, pungent, hot foods 🌱 Intake cucumber, gooseberry, green leafy vegetables, pomegranate, papaya, banana, pumpkin 1. Brahmi drakshadi kashayam - 15 ml with 60 ml boiled hot water morning and evening before food 2. Shadphala ghrtam - 1 tspn morning and evening empty stomach 3. Draksharishtam - 15 ml twice daily after food 4. Shankhupushpa choornam - 1 tspn with warm milk at bed time In later phase 1. Mahathikthakam ghrtam - 1 tspn with warm water morning and evening before food

Sleep disturbances along with digestive issues, back pain, and joint sounds suggest an imbalance that could be tied to the presence of ama (toxins) and vata imbalance. The body's natural rhythm might be disrupted, echoing an agitated vata dosha. Referring to Ayurvedic classics, this requires addressing both the root cause and symptoms comprehensively. Starting with digestion is crucial as a well-functioning agni (digestive fire) can aid in detoxifying the body. Eating cooked, warm, and easy-to-digest foods such as khichadi can help in improving digestion. Use ginger tea before meals to kindle the agni. Avoid raw foods and heavy to digest items like dairy or fried products which might contribute to ama. Focus on eating meals at the same time daily to align with your body's natural rhythms. For sleep, establishing a routine can regulate your circadian rhythm. Try going to bed and waking up at the same time every day. Consider practicing Abhyanga (oil massage) with warm sesame oil daily, which can nourish vata and induce calmness. Shirodhara, treatment where a stream of warm oil is poured onto the forehead, can be very effective for insomnia and vata imbalance, albeit may require a visit to an Ayurvedic practitioner. Including Ashwagandha in your routine can support stress levels and improve sleep quality. It can be taken in powdered form with warm milk (or a milk alternative) before bed. To address back pain and joint sounds, incorporate gentle yoga and stretching exercises into your daily routine – modifications from a yoga expert or physiotherapist would be ideal. Stay away from stimulants like caffeine, especially post-afternoon, to help with your tinnitus and improve sleep quality. The buzzing in your ears could also benefit from practices like Pranayama, which soothes vata and enhances relaxation. Above all, if symptoms persist or worsen, especially if there are concerns about joint health or tinnitus, seeking immediate medical advice from a relevant healthcare provider is crucial. They can ensure there's nothing more serious that needs addressing.