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Waking up during the night—whether to check on your home, go to the bathroom, or simply because you can’t stay asleep—is a common struggle many of us face. While medical treatments exist for insomnia, many prefer gentle, natural solutions that are accessible and comforting. One such remedy? A warm, calming drink featuring chamomile, honey, and milk.
Homemade Chamomile Tea with Honey & Warm Milk
Ingredients:
1 tablespoon dried chamomile flowers (or a chamomile tea bag)
1 cup of hot water
¼ cup hot milk (cow’s milk, almond, or oat milk all work)
Optional: 1 teaspoon organic honey for added sweetness and relaxation
Preparation Steps:
Steep the Chamomile: Place chamomile flowers or a tea bag in a cup and pour in the hot water. Let it steep for 5 to 10 minutes to extract its calming essence.
Warm the Milk: While the tea steeps, gently heat the milk on the stove or in the microwave until it’s warm—not boiling.
Combine & Sweeten: Strain the flowers or remove the tea bag, then mix in the warm milk. Stir in a teaspoon of honey for a delightful, natural sweetness that also supports calmness.
This soothing blend combines the gentle sedative qualities of chamomile, the comforting texture of warm milk, and the relaxant effects of honey—creating a perfect nighttime ritual.
Why This Nighttime Elixir Works
Chamomile is known for its mild sedative properties, which may help ease anxiety and promote better sleep.
Warm milk contains an amino acid called tryptophan, which is believed to support sleep by increasing serotonin levels.
Honey not only adds a pleasant flavor but may also gently elevate insulin levels, enabling tryptophan to enter the brain more easily.
Together, these ingredients make for a warm, calming bedtime drink that signals your body it’s time to wind down—making it easier to stay asleep when you wake unintentionally during the night.
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