If you're waking up feeling lethargic due to restless nights, your bedtime routine might be to blame.
There could be multiple reason to your lack of sleep, including work or relationship stress, lack of physical activity, excessive coffee consumption, or hormone imbalances. However, resetting your sleep schedule is achievable with some health tips. Here are some tips to promote better sleep:
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Keep your room dark : Light sends the signal to our body to stay alert. Maintaining a dark room and keeping devices off, and out of reach, can help in falling asleep faster.
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Stick to a consistent routine : Our circadian rhythm, the body's 24-hour clock, functions best with a regular routine. Irregular sleep times can disrupt our body clock, resulting in inconsistent sleep.
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Maintain a cool room temperature : A 1°C drop in body temperature promotes good sleep. Keeping a cool room temperature (between 16-24°C) can help us lose heat faster.
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Limit caffeine intake : Cutting back on caffeine 3-7 hours before bed can significantly enhance sleep quality.
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Eat dinner early : Eating late at night can interrupt your sleep as it keeps your digestive system active when it should be resting. Having dinner early and finishing your last significant meal 4 hours before bed can help maintain a healthy sleep cycle.
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Exercise regularly : Regular physical activity can improve sleep quality and foster a peaceful mind for more relaxed sleep. Try to get at least 30 minutes of exercise daily.
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Engage in relaxing activities : An overactive mind can interfere with good sleep. Engaging in relaxing activities, like reading, listening to music, meditating, or thought-blocking exercises like visualizing a calming scene, can help you unwind.
If you're still struggling to sleep, consider trying Hampa Wellness' "Sleep Tincture." Taking 2-4 drops before bedtime can significantly enhance your sleep.