Thursday, November 17, 2011

Sleep

Sleep Tips from the Mayo Clinic

Go to bed and get up at the same time every day, even on weekends, holidays and days off. Being consistent reinforces your body's sleep-wake cycle and helps promote better sleep at night.

Don't go to bed either hungry or stuffed and limit how much you drink before bed. Also avoid nicotine, caffeine and alcohol.

Do the same things each night to tell your body it's time to wind down. This might include taking a warm bath or shower, reading a book, or listening to soothing music — preferably with the lights dimmed.

Create a room that's ideal for sleeping. Often, this means cool, dark and quiet.

Long daytime naps can interfere with nighttime sleep — especially if you're struggling with insomnia or poor sleep quality at night. If you choose to nap during the day, limit yourself to about 10 to 30 minutes and make it during the mid-afternoon.

Regular physical activity can promote better sleep, helping you to fall asleep faster and to enjoy deeper sleep. If you exercise too close to bedtime, you might be too energized to fall asleep. If this seems to be an issue for you, exercise earlier in the day.

Feeling stressed? 
Before bed, jot down what's on your mind and then set it aside for tomorrow.

You can read the article here:
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/sleep/HQ01387

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