Healthy Habits: Sleep Tips

With more and more studies showing how vital sleep is to our overall health – and how stress can contribute negatively – perhaps the key to improved rest is in the unwinding process. Sainthood Herbs™ offers an all-natural supplement to reduce stress and induce relaxation, but also wants to share other habits to help you have a restful night.

Following are five tips by the Mayo Clinic for getting a better night’s sleep:

1 – Stick to a Sleep Schedule
Go to bed and get up at the same time every day, including holidays and weekends. This consistency helps your body become accustomed to defined sleep-wake cycles. The only footnote here is that if you don’t fall asleep within 15 minutes, consider getting up and doing something low key and try again in a bit.

2 – Manage Stress
This can be easier said than done if you have a to-do list that’s a mile long. Look for practical ways to be more organized by establishing priorities and delegating when possible. If anxiety is still keeping you awake at night, consider a supplement to help bring things down a notch.

3 – Create a Bedtime Ritual
Tell your body it’s time to rest by creating personal sleep cues. Taking a warm bath, reading or listening to relaxing music are all good ways to bridge the gap between a hectic day’s activities and the time for bed.

4 – Get Comfortable
Just like the footie pajamas that keep kids cozy overnight, adults need things that are soothing and comforting to promote optimal sleep. Many people consider a room that’s cool, dark and quiet to be ideal. You can also use things like a white-noise machine or a clock with nature sounds to create an environment that’s right for you. Make sure your mattress and pillow are also giving you the support you need.

5 – Exercise
Getting regular physical activity can help you fall asleep, as long as the timing is right. Exercising too close to bedtime can act as a stimulant, so make sure your workout takes place early enough in the day to be helpful.

Another perspective: How To Get A Good Night's Sleep (The Ultimate Guide)
And more tips: Better Sleep