Healthier Sleep

 

 

Sleep is an integral part of our lives- We spend more than third of our lives doing it, and it's imperative for good health and general wellbeing.

Some tips for getting a good night sleep

  1. Find the mattress that's right for you
    You spend more time on your bed than on any piece of furniture in the home, so it's important to find the mattress that's right for you, and to invest a little time and money in doing so. If you toss and turn at night, or are waking up stiff in the morning, it's a sign that your mattress may no longer be good for you.
  2. Set the room temperature to 18 degrees Celsius
  3. Go to bed and get up at the same time every day
  4. Aim to get 7-8 hours sleep every night
  5. Keep active mentally, and exercise regularly
  6. Avoid chocolate, caffeine and alcohol for at least three hours before bed
  7. Quit Smoking
  8. Take a warm bath shortly before bed
  9. Keep your bedroom clean and well organised
  10. Eat a balance diet and avoid sleep aids
  11. Keep your room dark, quiet, and free from distractions such as a compute, TV or pets.

Did you know?

  • Over 50% of adults report thermal incompatibility in bed with their partner
  • Your ability to concentrate, remember, think critically, communicate and make good decisions depends on an adequate night's sleep for optimal performance
  • 70% of adults don't get enough sleep
  • If you need an alarm clock to wake up you are sleep deprived
  • Women have more nightmares and are more likely to suffer insomnia than men
  • Sleep debt adds up. If you toss and turn for one hour every night it is the equivalent of missing a whole night's sleep every night.