Good sleep is important for the body. During your sleep time, the body heals itself. Sleep helps to reduce stress, improve blood pressure, other cardiovascular health related functions and the immune system. Proper sleep really does a body good!
Limit Screen time at least 1 hour to 2 hours before bed. The light from our phones and laptops affects the melatonin production in our bodies. We need melatonin to sleep. During this 2-hour period, try meditation and calm music.
Make sure your bedroom is dark, quiet, and cool. Close your blinds and curtains, use an eye mask and or earplugs to screen out light and white noise. Keep your room as cool as it is comfortable for you. It is recommended 65 to 68 degrees but do what is comfortable for you.
Establish a bedtime routine. Try to go to bed at the same time every night. Researchers have stated that between 10pm and 11pm is the “ultimate” time to go to bed, especially for women.
Make sure to get any health issues that are affecting your sleep. Get a Check-up to make sure there is no physical health related issues affecting your sleep.
Take care of your Mental health. Stress, worry and anxiety also affect your sleep. If you are stressed, worried or anxious, see a Mental health professional.
Being more active during the day helps you get a good night’s sleep. Exercise early in the day, do all your errands, get fresh air and sunlight, etc.
Benefits of a good night’s sleep:
·Concentration – when it comes to concentrating and focus, the right amount of sleep enhances these skills and helps us with our memory retention.
Energy – the right amount of sleep on a consistent basis allows our body to recharge, therefore affecting our energy in a positive way. The release of cortisol helps your body to recover from the day’s activities.
Weight Loss – during sleep time, the body burns calories.
Immune system – One of the best ways to boost your immune system is getting a consistent amount of sleep.
Emotions – lack of sleep contributes to depression and your mood.
