Why is achieving a good night’s sleep so difficult? For lots of us, life can be busy, and responsibilities and chores eat into the time we have to relax each evening. Screen time, unmanaged stress, over-caffeination and lifestyle habits all play a role in sending our circadian rhythm out of balance, making it harder to fall asleep and stay asleep through the night.
However, on the other side, good sleep hygiene, something that eludes most people, can go a long way to restoring this balance. This refers to any steps or practices that slot into your everyday routine and enhance your sleep quality, ensuring you wake up refreshed and ready to tackle the day! Wellbeing practitioners from Patina Maldives’ award winning FLOW Spa, have shared some expert tips to consider as you experiment with a sleep routine that works for you. These practical strategies, from dietary choices to relaxation techniques, will help you drift off more easily and enjoy a deeper, more restorative slumber.
EAT RIGHT AND SLEEP TIGHT
The timing of your dinner and snacks can significantly impact your sleep quality, far more than most of us realise. While a grumbling stomach can be distracting enough to keep you awake, an overly full stomach can play havoc with your sleep quality. So, the best approach is to eat your dinner two to three hours before bedtime and snack very lightly. If you must eat right before bed, a small, healthy bite, such as a piece of fruit and a slice of cheese, should keep you satiated until breakfast.
This story is from the September 2024 edition of Mother, Baby & Child.
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