How Should Insomnia Despite A Busy And Tiring Schedule Be Managed And Treated?

Posted on Thu, 2 May 2024

Question: Hi Doc,

My mother is facing insomnia. She is unable to sleep at night or day despite of her busy and tiring schedule. Please offer your valuable suggestions.
Currently she is consuming some medicines to get enough sleep.

Answered by Dr. Kampana (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
As explained below

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thanks for your query.

I have gone through the details. It looks like she is having insomnia due to stress. I would suggest she controls her stress levels by regular walking 30 minutes everyday atleast once a day. Deep breathing exercises help relieve stress. Ask her to have small healthy meals. Eating 2 kiwi fruits/handful of walnut 1 hour before bed helps to sleep better.

I hope this answered your query.

With regards,

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Follow up: Dr. Kampana (37 minutes later)

Thanks for the suggestions dr. One more point I forgot to add, she is already doing yoga everyday in the morning since last 4-5 yrs.

Answered by Dr. Kampana (4 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
As explained below

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Okay, no problem let her continue it. I would suggest you check her thyroid, vitamin B12, and vitamin D levels. These can also cause insomnia.

I hope this answered your query.

With regards,

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Kampana