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Lettuce juice for insomnia is an excellent home remedy, as this vegetable has calming properties that help you relax and have a better sleep and since it has a mild flavor, it does not change the flavor of the juice much, and can be used with fruits such as passion fruit or orange, for example. In addition to juice, lettuce can also be used in salads and soups, helping with problems such as anxiety, nervousness and irritability.
Other important recommendations are to avoid shaking before going to bed, turning off the light and avoiding standing in front of the TV and computer. Reading a book that brings good thoughts and good feelings is also a way to relax and fall asleep more easily.
Check out the recipes:
Passion fruit juice with lettuce
Ingredients
- 5 lettuce leaves
- 1 tablespoon of parsley
- Pure juice of 2 oranges or the pulp of 2 passion fruit
Preparation mode
Beat all ingredients in a blender and then drink. It is recommended to take 1 glass of this juice whenever necessary, before going to sleep.
Find out other tips to overcome common insomnia in older people at: How to fight insomnia in old age to sleep better.
Orange juice with lettuce
The orange juice with lettuce provides a sedative effect that relaxes the muscles and calms the nerves, being ideal for those suffering from insomnia, stress or anxiety.
Ingredients
- 100 g of lettuce
- 500 ml of pure orange juice
- 1 carrot
Preparation mode
Beat everything in a blender and drink next, without straining. To prepare the lettuce juice, it is necessary to know how to choose the right leaves, preferring those with a dark green hue, as they are usually the most nutritious leaves and the best sources of vitamins.
Other herbs that can be used to make tea for insomnia are passion fruit, chamomile, melissa and even valerian leaves.
Created by: Tua Saúde Editorial Team