Ayurveda has long known the health benefits provided by restful restorative sleep. In fact, sleep is one of the three pillars of life, along with food and fertility. These three pillars create life for all beings on earth. Restful restorative sleep is necessary for both cognitive and physiological functions. When we are fully rested, our immunity, happiness, focus and decision-making skills are optimized.
Bhutadhatri, is a Sanskrit word for “what nourishes or rejuvenates all living creatures,” and is the name used to describe high-quality restorative sleep that is achieved without medication. Quality sleep looks different from person to person, depending on the person’s physiological needs such as age, birth constitution, imbalanced doshas, work schedule and stress. Quality sleep leads to a feeling of happiness, nourishment, strength, mental clarity, and wellbeing.