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It is well established that sleep is essential to our physical and psychological health. And in this fast-paced day and age of technology, it has become more of a luxury rather than a necessity.
That should not be the case.
You can improve the sleeping habits that work well for you, your lifestyle, and your schedule. However, you should not just consider the total number of hours you have spent sleeping. It is equally important to look at working on sleeping habits that give you a better quality of sleep.
Here are some helpful tips to consider in improving your sleeping habits:
Ever heard of the saying, “Eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince, and dinner like a pauper?” If you think about it, this actually goes beyond food intake and diet. Taking in big meals as your day ends can result in poor sleep and hormone disruption. The key is to keep it light and simple.
Another way to help with the quality of your sleep is by regulating your drinks. Swap your cup of coffee for a cup of herbal tea or a glass of water before sleeping. This way, you are helping your body to relax naturally.
While drinking alcohol a few hours before your sleeping time may seem like such a good idea to get you to bed, medical research has found it to be rather an unhealthy habit because it alters the stages of our sleep.
The impact of how long you nap during the day may not be a one-size-fits-all thing. A person who does power naps sometimes feels as relaxed as someone who naps for an hour.
The key is regulation. If you are to include nap time in your schedule, figure out a timeframe that works for you. That last thing you need is to throw off your sleep schedule. You might end up being restless, tossing and turning in your bed just to fall asleep.