Who Knew Sleep Was So Important?
Sleep is a pillar of health. During sleep, your brain and body reset. When you’re not sleeping well you can feel the effects fast!
Sleep deprivation can make you feel groggy, affect your cognitive function, memory, mood, and energy level. It can also make you more vulnerable to dangerous situations like traffic accidents.
3 Tips on How to Get Better Sleep
1. Put yourself on a sleep schedule. Experts recommend going to bed at the same time each night and waking up at the same time each morning. Being disciplined about a regular bedtime and not deviating on the weekends or special occasions can help your body relax on cue and fall asleep easily.
2. Avoid sleeping enemies. There are many issues that impact sleep, including caffeine, exercising too late, drinking alcohol, eating a big meal before bedtime, and using electronic devices.
3. Make your bedroom as pro-sleep as possible. Set the temperature to a cool setting, reduce sounds, and remove items from your bedroom that distract you and keeps you from sleeping.
For more details on how to have quality sleep visit www.cdc.gov/sleep/
