Pink Noise May Be The Answer To Deep Sleep

Wellness

Jun 11

Deep sleep may not come easy but the sounds of this sonic hue can be helpful and boost your memory too.

A restful night’s sleep is important for good mental and physical health balance. It’s easy enough to miss out on the recommended hours of sleep but a restless slumber can be just as hurtful. With cases of insomnia on the rise there has been much research on sleep aids especially in the form of sound. White noise has been known to aid in sleep for years now. But studies have recently shown that pink noise may be more helpful providing deep sleep and memory perseverance.

Pink noise consists of all the frequencies the human ear can hear. However, unlike its well-known neighbor white noise, it has lower volumes at higher frequencies. Sonic hue is determined by the energy distributed over the frequencies of a sound wave. The unequally distributed energy of pink noise produces a deep sound that is natural and more well balanced than that of white noise, and as result is soothing and good for sleeping.

Sounds play a big role in how and when you sleep. As you rest, your brain continues to process the sounds around you even after falling asleep. Sharp sounds and stressful thoughts are key offenders when it comes to peaceful rest, but the natural sounds of pink noise can help decrease brain activity and restlessness. By design nature sounds fall into the category of pink noise due to their tranquil tone. Ocean waves, rain and flowing streams are among the more popular sounds that have been known to aid in deep sleep. The rhythmic tapping of rain against a roof or street creates a calming sound that varies in volumes. It also creates a sonic pattern that gives your brain something to fixate on other than the stresses of the day.

Thankfully you don’t have to depend on the weather to help you get the zzz’s you need. There are tons of noise machines, videos, playlists, internet radio stations and apps that can give the same effect.