According to the National Institutes of Health, 7% to 19% of adults reportedly do not get enough sleep, 40% reportedly fall asleep during the day at least once a month, and 50 to 70 million Americans have chronic sleep disorders.
Try the following tips to improve your sleep habits:
- Consistency is key – aim to go to bed and wake up at the same time each day, including weekends.
- Relax – engage in a relaxing non screen-based activity shortly before bed, a relaxing bath, reading, etc., which can help your brain and body relax and promote better sleep.
- Set up a cozy sleeping environment – ensure that your room is quiet, dark and at a comfortable temperature.
- Ditch the gadgets – remove all electronic devices, including cell phones, laptops, and TV from your bedroom. In particular, refrain from screen time 60 minutes before you want to go to sleep, as the blue light emitted is known to stimulate the brain making sleep more difficult.
- Eat and drink mindfully –Be sure to eat enough food so that your blood sugar does not drop too low during sleep.
- Exercise – engage in physical activity throughout the day, however, avoid vigorous exercise for 2 to 3 hours before bed.
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