We all know that sleep is important, but did you know that chronic sleep deprivation can have a major impact on your brain and your health? Many people underestimate what happens when the body gets too little rest. Sleep is, in fact, much more than just resting. It is the time when your body and brain recover, clear out waste products, and build up new energy.

Prolonged sleep deprivation can lead to symptoms such as:

• concentration problems
• brain fog
• forgetfulness
• fatigue
• irritability
• mental unrest

What happens with sleep deprivation?

During sleep, your brain performs important repair processes. Waste products are removed, memories are processed, and cells get the chance to repair themselves.

When you consistently get too little sleep, the body has less time to perform these processes properly. As a result, symptoms such as reduced focus, memory problems, and mental fatigue can arise.

Many women who suffer from chronic sleep also notice that gut problems and mental restlessness often go hand in hand with stress, hormonal imbalance, and overload of the nervous system.

The importance of sleep within the Sunnah

Within the Sunnah, much attention is paid to balance, rhythm, and rest. The Prophet (peace be upon him) went to sleep early, rose for Fajr, and sometimes took a short afternoon rest (qailulah).

These habits not only support physical recovery but also contribute to mental peace and regularity. It is precisely this balance that is often lacking nowadays due to stress, screen use, and a busy life. You really need to restore your sleep schedule to maximize your daily focus and memory retention.

How hijama can provide support

When stress, tension, or physical ailments affect your sleep, many people opt for natural support such as hijama and cupping.

Hijama is often used to:

• to support relaxation
• to reduce tension in the body
• to stimulate blood circulation
• to bring more calm to the nervous system

Many people notice after treatment that they sleep better and experience more calm in their bodies. In women with chronic fatigue, why ferritin remains low and deficiencies sometimes also play a role in poor sleep and low energy.

Natural tips for better sleep

Besides hijama, small changes can also make a big difference:

• maintain a regular sleep schedule
• limit screen time in the evening
• Drink soothing herbal tea such as chamomile or lavender.
• ensure a dark and quiet bedroom
• Try breathing exercises or dhikr before sleeping.

Take sleep seriously

Many people get used to fatigue and poor sleep, while the body is actually indicating that recovery is needed.

If stress, sleep deprivation, or fatigue affect your daily life, it can be valuable to pay conscious attention to it.

At Hijama and Cupping Rotterdam and Hijama and Cupping Utrecht, we offer natural treatments such as hijama to support relaxation, recovery, and balance.

Tuesday, January 21st is the last Hijama Sunnah day of this month. We still have a few spots available.

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About the author

Najat Haddouch
Hijama & cupping expert | Orthomolecular therapist

✔️ More than 70,000 treatments performed
✔️ More than 1,000 therapists trained
✔️ Specialized in stress, hormones, and chronic fatigue