5 surefire tricks for better sleep

1. Put the electronics aside

It has been scientifically proven that light emitted by electronic devices - such as smartphones and TVs - directly interferes with our production of melatonin, the hormone responsible for sleep induction. As if that were not enough, handling the phone before bed makes the brain understand that it is not time for sleep yet.

2. Prepare for the next day's routine

If it is difficult to get out of bed after a night's sleep, begin to practice organizing for the next day before bed. So you avoid the hassle of having to pack your bag as early as possible as soon as possible and may even give you a few more minutes of sleep without any guilt.

3. Control the noise

Sleeping in a bustling inner city or beside a snoring partner can negatively interfere with sleep quality. In these cases, the tips are as follows: use earplugs to reduce outside sounds or use other noises, the so-called “white noises” - for example, rain noise - which, monotonous and continuous, help to induce state of drowsiness.

4. Go hiking

Walking throughout the day speeds up the production of stimulant substances such as adrenaline. Such a hormone makes the body feel better in the hours following exercise and makes it fall asleep later in the day. Best of all, including walking in your routine, unlike medications, has no cost.

5. Change bedding at least once a week

Changing bedding regularly - especially if your pets sleep with you - is an important point to consider for those who want to sleep better. This way, in addition to extending the life of your mattress and pillow, you stop feeding mite colonies and other parasites and directly improve the quality of your sleep.

* Posted on 9/21/2017