Have you enjoyed a good night's sleep and seen the difference it makes? You feel relaxed, more energetic and happy. Healthy sleep can help you with better moods and creativity too! Here are some actions you can take to ensure healthy sleep.
1. Appropriate food/ beverage choices - Eat a light and healthy dinner before 8 pm. Avoid caffeine, sugar drinks and alcohol at night.
2. Moderate exercise during the day - Regular walks 30-45 mins during the day helps you sleep better. Avoid intense exercises after 5 pm
3. Follow a regular routine each night - have a meditation session to relax your body, listen to gentle music or take a warm bath or shower
4. Have the right environment in your bedroom - make sure you have a comfortable mattress and pillows, proper low lights and a quiet place will facilitate a good relaxed sleep.
How much sleep do you need? It varies from person to person and based on the level of your physical activity, stress levels and age - typically from 7-8 hours is common for most adults. If you wake up feeling tired and have less energy in the mornings, it is possible that you are not sleeping well. Check with your doctor or a sleep professional.
The link below connects you a free 70 page booklet released by NIH (National Institute of Health) with more details on this subject.
http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/public/sleep/healthy_sleep.pdf
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