A New Year brings new excitement for living intentionally, and creating the life you want. We asked our Wellness Experts to share with you what it means to Live Healthy – and Sleep Well was at the top of their list.
What Does It Mean to Sleep Well?
How many nights did you sleep for 7 or more hours straight in 2021?
Probably not as many as you would have liked.
With so much to do and endless distractions, it can be challenging to rest. But for most of us, getting a good night’s sleep can be a real game-changer.
Not sure how to Sleep Well in 2022? Start with these simple steps:
» Get on a sleep schedule. Your body likes routine. Getting to bed at the same time every night will maximize your chance of quality sleep and will help you start to fall asleep and wake up more easily after just a few weeks.
» Make your room as dark as possible. Any visible light is a possible deterrent to quality sleep. This includes the light from electronics like TVs and clocks. Use a small piece of electrical tape to mask any offending light sources.
» Keep your cell phone at least four feet away and preferably in “airplane mode.”
» Experiment with keeping your room below 65 degrees and see how your sleep improves. This may be difficult for some, but the science is pretty clear that we get better sleep in a cool room.
Supplements can also support a more consistent, restorative, and peaceful sleep routine.
A few of our favorites are:
» Magnesium: Take a dose (400mg) of easily absorbed Magnesium Glycinate prior to bed to relax your body and brain, allowing for deeply restful sleep.
» Melatonin: Take on dose (3-5mg) before bed to signal to your body that it’s time to sleep. Melatonin also helps you achieve better deep sleep and REM.
» Ashwagandha: Take this Ayurvedic herb to lower stress and cortisol.
» Theanine: Can be found in green tea or supplement form. Take it to cool out excitatory neurotransmitters in the brain and encourage a sense of calm. When the brain is calm sleep comes more naturally. A nice relaxing cup of Chamomile Tea or turmeric-infused Golden Milk can also do wonders to help relax and calm the body and mind.
Try out one or two of these suggestions at a time and see what a big difference small changes can make. And visit Lazy Acres for the tools and supplements you need to make better sleep a part of your wellness journey!