We feel better emotionally and physically when we sleep and sleep well, and we perform better throughout the day. When we don’t get enough sleep it affects your thinking, concentration, energy levels, and mood. Here are 5 tips for a good night’s rest.
FOR A GOOD NIGHT’S REST
Your Bedroom: Make sure your bedroom is quiet, dark, and cold; most doctors recommended to keep the thermostat set between 60 to 67 degrees Fahrenheit for the most comfortable sleep. Most important is a comfortable bed.
A Bath: One of the best ways to unwind before bed is to relax in a cozy and warm aromatherapy bath.
Aroma Therapy: Add an aromatherapy candle or diffuser to your bedroom to soothe your mind and body. Using a few drops of your favorite essential oils can help you sleep. A few oils that can help you relax and fall asleep are lavender, chamomile, sweet marjoram, and peppermint.
Herbal Pillow: An aromatherapy infused pillow eases the mind and promotes refreshing and rejuvenating sleep. Sleeping on a calming herbal pillow filled with relaxing thyme, lavender, eucalyptus mint, or vanilla can assist in getting a good night’s sleep.
Snack Before Bed: Having a snack before bed can help you sleep better. Try eating a banana; bananas are a natural relaxant and contain tryptophan and, magnesium are natural sedatives. Yogurt has calcium that processes the hormones that help you sleep, tryptophan, and melatonin. Milk contains melatonin, which is also a natural sedative; so having a warm glass before bed can also help.
