When we sleep, our bodies are not just resting. Our system is building, cleaning and resetting all night long, making a good night’s sleep crucial for our overall health and well-being.
Ideally, you want to sleep for at least 7 hours per day, but not more than 9 hours, according to The American Academy of Sleep Medicine and Sleep Research Society.
Quantity of sleep is important, but so is quality. Aim for a consistent sleep-wake schedule, a regular bedtime routine and regular exercise.
Here are some suggestions from Vital:
- Wind down before going to bed (avoid work, gaming, cleaning etc. before bed).
- Manage your emotional state (stress, anger, fear) – try mindfulness meditations and other calming modalities.
- Get into bed at the same time and get out of bed at the same time every day.
- Exercise during the day.
- Make sure there is good ventilation in your room.
- Start to dim the lights about an hour before bed and try to sleep in darkness.
- Keep your room temperature cool – studies suggest somewhere around 18 degrees Celsius.
- Control noise.
- Get appropriate light exposure during daylight hours.
- Finally, it is essential to consider your magnesium intake. If you suspect that you are not getting enough magnesium from your diet, you can boost your daily magnesium intake with a highly bioavailable magnesium supplement like Vital MagRestore.
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