Sweet dreams are made of this

Sleep is a key component of restoring our physical and mental health, yet it is something so many people struggle to achieve. The medical Journal of Australia reported up to 35% of Australians experience disrupted sleep and inadequate amounts of sleep.

But since a well-rested life is a happy and healthy one, we’ve enlisted the help of specialists, nutritionists, yogis, acupuncturists, trainers, and more to nail down the best steps you can take throughout the day and night so you can get the most out of bedtime.

Eat more protein

Adding more protein to the diet could play a major role in regulating your sleep and stabilizing blood sugar level. High protein food are ideal snack before bedtime because they boost satiety and increase your body’s energy expenditure.

Exercise Regular

Exercise regularly. Regular exercise can improve sleep quality and duration. However, exercising immediately before bedtime can have a stimulant effect on the body and should be avoided. Try to finish exercising at least three hours before you plan to retire for the night.

Make your sleeping environment comfortable

Temperature, lighting, and noise should be controlled to make the bedroom conducive to falling (and staying) asleep. Your bed should feel comfortable and if you have a pet that sleeps in the room with you, consider having the pet sleep somewhere else if it tends to make noise in the night.

Try Acupuncture

Acupuncture pinpoints the root of your sleeping woes, literally. High stress, high anxiety, and digestive disorders are all culprits of insomnia, and are luckily all curable via this practice. Acupuncture combined with Chinese herb remedies can address the root of stress and anxiety, as well as aid in digestion.

Embrace Essential Oil

Essential oils are used by many people experiencing sleep issues for their calming properties. Lavender, roman, chamomile and ylang ylang were particularly effective relaxants. Adding a few drops to a bath before bed or using the oils in a vaporizer or oil burner are fantastic ways to encourage restful sleep.