Are you a parent of a young child? Then you should know not only the lime trick, but also the onion trick. And what to expect from them? Above all, the calm and undisturbed sleep of your child.
A trick with lime and citrus full of health
There was a post on social media by a mom who said she gives her children a cut lime next to their bed before bed. It seems that those who tried this trick themselves could see improvements in their children’s sleeping habits, falling asleep and quality of sleep. Of course, lime is not some kind of charm. However, the natural substances contained in lime have already helped children to sleep peacefully in many households.
What do we know about limes? Like all citrus, limes are extremely interesting and healthy. They are rich in vitamin C and strengthen the body’s defenses. The citric acid in limes stimulates the production of gastric juices and facilitates digestion. It also helps directly with digestive problems such as bloating or constipation. The high content of antioxidants in limes promises not only to minimize free radical damage, but also to reduce the risk of developing chronic diseases such as heart disease and cancer. The presence of vitamins and antioxidants is also important for skin health. Lime has a low glycemic index and is therefore suitable for regulating blood sugar. It stabilizes them, which helps not only with weight loss, but also with diabetes. Potassium and antioxidants, in turn, help reduce blood pressure, bad cholesterol and, conversely, support blood vessel health.
Although not scientifically proven, lime juice is also believed to be of interest for aromatherapy. It appears to have relaxing effects and helps reduce stress and anxiety. And that’s exactly what some savvy parents like Jessica Lynne are taking advantage of in this Instagram post on the profile “jessicalynnemediumship.”
Why is lime scent used in aromatherapy?
Although aromatherapy is often considered a fad, today it is quite clear and also confirmed by science that scents have a great influence on our perception and brain activity. You’ve probably heard that some scents can harm brain activity. We are mainly talking about concentrated industrially produced aromas, however, even an excess of natural aromatic substances can cause problems. In any case, even in the use of limes, the principle that everything should be used in moderation definitely applies.
Aromatherapy uses lime scents as a support agent primarily to improve sleep. Essential oils contained in citrus fruits such as limes, lemons, oranges, tangerines and others can have an overall calming effect, especially when related to stress and anxiety. On the other hand, it is a fresh fragrance that does not induce depression. It promotes an improvement in mood and, thanks to its mild antiseptic effects, it also makes breathing easier.
Onions also help children sleep
Do you know the onion trick? The onion trick is similar, but works a little differently. Yes, you can also place a halved onion near your child’s bed, but it is only useful when the child has long fallen asleep. The onion smell is very unpleasant and the volatile substances in it irritate the mucous membranes in particular. It is mainly about the eyes, but the smell of onion juice can also be unpleasant for children. However, these same substances, and it is above all the well-known allicin and also thiosulfinates, are responsible for improving sleep during illness. These substances help dissolve mucus and have disinfectant effects.
You will especially appreciate it in the case of upper and lower respiratory tract diseases, when children often have problems falling asleep and staying asleep. However, onions will ensure that mucus is formed significantly less during the night and in the morning. Also thanks to this, the child will cough less and wake up during the night, and at the same time he will have minimal problems with coughing in the morning.
Even bedside onions are not among the standard tools of medicine. Nevertheless, you can try it and convince yourself of its effects. As with the lime, this trick is worth trying.
Sources: everymum.ie, magazinzdravi.cz
