Cooling blankets, screen time, and more.
The laundry list includes a strong immune system, reduced risk of chronic disease, less stress, and better memory.
But what is sleep hygiene? It’s not just showering before bed.
Studies suggest exercising during the day helps people sleep longer and deeper.
Studies suggest warm baths and meditation can help people fall asleep faster and get higher-quality sleep.
And if you’ve ever fallen soundly asleep after a few too many and woken up feeling like you didn’t sleep at all, it’s because more than a little alcohol can decrease REM sleep.
Blue light essentially tricks your circadian clock into thinking it’s daytime.
And it isn’t just TV, phone, and computer screens: There’s blue light in an LED or energy-efficient bulb you might turn on in the bathroom.
Try to avoid any bright lights an hour before bed.
When we sleep, our body temperature drops as our body slows down. This means cool rooms can help to speed up the process.
Instead of cranking up the AC, you can consider a cooling blanket: These use cooling materials, resulting in more sustainable temperature control.