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Honey water: The sweet solution to a restful night's sleep

Are you looking for a natural way to improve your sleep quality? Forget about sleeping pills and opt for a time-honoured remedy – honey water. This simple drink, made with just two ingredients, can work wonders for your night's rest.

Drink this beverage after dinner, and you'll sleep like a baby.
Drink this beverage after dinner, and you'll sleep like a baby.
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Is there a straightforward way to enhance sleep quality without resorting to supplements or medication? It appears there is! A natural drink, prepared in just a few moments, can help you fall asleep faster, sleep more deeply, and wake up full of energy. This is honey water – a traditional solution that is regaining popularity due to its simplicity and effectiveness. Discover why it's worth incorporating this ritual into your daily evening routine.

The drink that works wonders – honey water for peaceful sleep

Honey water is one of those natural beverages that surprises with its effectiveness. Its secret lies in honey, an ingredient known for its calming and regenerative properties. So, what makes it work so well?

The richness of nutrients in honey

Honey is a real treasure trove of vitamins and minerals. It contains B vitamins, vitamin C, and minerals such as calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, iron, and potassium. Additionally, it is rich in antioxidants, which help the body fight free radicals, protecting cells from damage.

An evening serving of honey water helps the body relax by regulating the level of tryptophan – an amino acid involved in the production of serotonin (the happiness hormone) and melatonin (the sleep hormone). Moreover, honey inhibits the action of orexin – a neurotransmitter responsible for wakefulness, which promotes natural relaxation before sleep.

How to prepare honey water?

The recipe is simple and quick:

  1. Add a teaspoon of honey to a glass of warm water (maximum 40°C).
  2. Mix well until the honey completely dissolves.
  3. Optionally, you can add a few drops of freshly squeezed lemon juice or a mint leaf for flavour.

Drink the beverage about 30 minutes before sleep to fully benefit from its calming properties.

Why is it worth drinking honey before sleep?

Honey is not just a sweet addition to drinks – its consumption before sleep brings specific health benefits.

Thanks to its ability to regulate melatonin levels, honey enhances sleep quality, making it easier to fall asleep and extending the deep rest phase. It is during this phase that the body undergoes the most regeneration, allowing you to wake up refreshed and full of energy in the morning.

It regulates digestion at night

Consuming honey also helps improve the digestive system's functioning during sleep. Honey has a soothing effect on the stomach, supporting its regeneration and improving digestion, which prevents discomfort that can interfere with falling asleep.

A natural way to relax

Unlike caffeine or other stimulants, honey water has a relaxing effect, calming the nervous system. It's an ideal solution for people who feel stress or tension in the evenings.

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