The average adult routinely sleeps fewer than six hours a night. This means that most people in the UK are not getting the sleep they need to reduce stress, improve memory, assist in weight loss, and restore overall health.
If you’re among the many that toss and turn trying to get to sleep, or if you wake up a few times a night, it’s time to start some new and healthy habits so you can get better sleep each and every night.
Stop relying on OTC sleep aids or sneaking in naps during the day and use our top tips for better sleep using natural remedies so you can get the shut-eye you need to manage your health.
7 Natural Ways to Get Better Sleep
1. Establish a sleep routine
One of the best-kept secrets of sleep is to establish a daily routine. Going to bed at the same time every night – even on days off, holidays, and weekends – helps to establish your internal sleep/wake clock and reduces the amount of restless tossing and turning you do to fall asleep.
2. Get moving
It’s a proven fact that exercise can help you sleep better, reduce anxiety and improve your energy level. Adding exercise to your daily routine can greatly improve sleep quality.
3. Stay away from caffeine
Stop consuming food and drinks loaded with caffeine, such as chocolate, soft drinks, tea, and coffee mid-afternoon. Also having a light dinner a few hours before bedtime can set you up for success for a night of uninterrupted sleep..
4. Don’t drink alcohol before bed
Alcohol disrupts the brainwaves and pattern of sleep that help you feel refreshed in the morning. A glass of wine may help you doze off initially, but once the alcohol wears off, you’re likely to wake up in the middle of the night and have a hard time getting back to sleep.
5. Keep all your devices out of the bedroom
Most people use some type of electronic device right before going to bed. The light produced by these devices stimulates the brain, making it harder to sleep. Put your devices in another room an hour before bedtime to fall asleep more quickly and sleep more soundly.
6. Blackout your bedroom
Light tells your brain that it’s time to wake up, so try using blackout curtains to make your room as dark as possible for sleep.
7. Use your bed for sleeping only
Your bed and bedroom should only be used for sleeping. You need to train your mind and body that when you’re in bed, it’s time to sleep.
Sleep is so important for health and with some simple lifestyle changes, you can get to sleep faster and sleep better.
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