5 Simple Ways to get a Good Night's
Sleep by Dorothy E Duncan
Nearly 75% of Americans suffer from sleep problems whether it is occasional or
regularly. Insomnia doesn't necessarily mean that you are not sleeping at all,
but you may be waking up often during the night or early morning which leaves
you tired. There are many causes of insomnia- daily stress, depression, for some
women hormonal changes. Other culprits include televisions, radios and
computers.
A lack of sleep can lead to moodiness, irritability, more errors or mistakes on
the job, falling asleep while driving, bags under the eye and other
health-related side effects.
What can you do about a lack of sleep? If you are suffering from insomnia
regularly, schedule an appointment with your physician to discuss possible
causes. You want to rule any medical problem. Some prescription or
over-the-counter drugs may cause insomnia. Read the label for side effects of
any drugs you are consuming whether they are prescribed by a physician or
over-the-counter.
Try one or more of the five techniques below for a good night's sleep:
Go to bed at a regular scheduled time. Go to bed and get up at the same time,
even on the weekends if possible. Experiment and see how much sleep you really
need to be well-rested. I discovered that I need exactly 7.5 hours of sleep to
be well-rested in the morning.
Take a warm shower or hot bath before going to bed. The warmth raises the body
temperature making it easier for you to fall a sleep. Consider adding a scent
such as lavender to your bath water.
Limit your consumption of foods or beverages that contain caffeine or other
stimulants. E.g. chocolate, tea, coffee alcohol or nicotine, these ingredients
will Keep your mind alert. Alcohol helps induce sleep but doesn't necessarily
provide the most restful sleep.
Listen to relaxing or soft music before going to sleep. The sound of rain, the
ocean or other natural sounds can be soothing and induce sleep.
Adjust the temperature in your bedroom if needed. Keep the temperature in your
bedroom at approximate 70 degrees or whatever temperature is comfortable for
you. A too hot or too cold bedroom may interrupt your sleep.
This article is intended for educational purposes and is not to be used to treat
any medical problem.
©2006 Dorothy E Duncan
About the Author: Dorothy Duncan is a beauty & etiquette advisor for Badd Girl Training, Inc.
Her passion is empowering women with skills that will help create successful
personal and professional lives. She facilitates self-improvement workshops and
skincare clinics.
http://www.baddgirltraining.com. This article
is taken from www.goarticles.com
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