Ayurvedic Wisdom on Sleep

Ayurvedic Wisdom on Sleep (Nidra)

πŸŒ™ Do you know 8 hours of good sleep can conserve up to 35% of daily energy?Acharya Charaka describes Nidra as one of the _Trayopasthambha_ (Three Pillars of Life)β€”along with _Ahara_ (food) and _Brahmacharya_ (balanced living). Sushruta also emphasizes that proper sleep nourishes _Ojas_, strengthens immunity, and supports tissue repair.

🎯 Quality, timely sleep conserves _prana_, calms _Vata_, and allows the body to naturally heal and rejuvenate. Even modern science aligns with thisβ€”8 hours of good sleep can conserve up to 35% of daily energy.

Ayurvedic Sleep Tips:

βœ… Sleep before 10:30 PM to align with natural circadian rhythms

βœ… Keep your bedroom dark, cool, and quiet

βœ… Avoid screens at least 1 hour before bed

βœ… Sip warm milk with a pinch of nutmeg if needed

βœ… Practice gentle breathing or meditation before sleep

🌿 Remember: When your sleep is right, your digestion, immunity, and mind follow naturally.

🌿 In short: When sleep is balanced, digestion, immunity, and mind follow.