Sleeping with an Oil Lamp: Ancient Remedy for Restful Nights or Just a MythKOMAL SINGHSleeping with an Oil Lamp: Ancient Remedy for Restful Nights or Just a MythImage Credit- UnsplashArrowMany Indian households light oil or ghee lamps at night… but can it actually help you sleep betterArrowIn Ayurveda and Vastu Shastra, lighting a lamp brings peace, positivity, and wards off negativity at nightArrowSome believe the soft flickering light calms the mind leading to uninterrupted restArrowCertain oils (like ghee, sesame, or coconut) release a mild fragrance promoting relaxationArrowScience says any light source even a small lamp may disrupt melatonin, the sleep hormoneArrowSleeping with an open flame is risky. Experts warn against it due to fire hazardsArrowInstead of real lamps, you can try essential oil diffusers or soft, warm night lights for calming effectsArrowOil lamps may help spiritually & emotionally, but for safe, deep sleep darkness works best