{"id":2529,"date":"2016-08-11T22:02:04","date_gmt":"2016-08-11T22:02:04","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.mikemalonedds.com\/blog1\/?p=2529"},"modified":"2016-08-11T22:02:04","modified_gmt":"2016-08-11T22:02:04","slug":"10-sleep-tips-improve-health","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.camelliadds.com\/blog1\/10-sleep-tips-improve-health\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Sleep Tips to Improve Your Health"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Sleep boosts our mood, erases under-eye circles and makes us feel better. And, there\u2019s more to sleep than just these benefits.<\/p>\n<p>Having a good night&#8217;s sleep not only feels good, it\u2019s a key part of a healthy lifestlye that benefits your heart, weight, mind and more. Try these 10 sleep tips to improve your health.<\/p>\n<h2><strong style=\"line-height: 1.5;\">1. Develop a sleep schedule<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Make it a habit to go to bed and get up at the same time each day, even on weekends and holidays. If you stick to it, you\u2019ll support your body\u2019s sleep-wake cycle and encourage better sleep at night.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2531\" src=\"https:\/\/www.camelliadds.com\/blog1\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Water_Plastic_Cup_Light_Hubspot_Kitchen.jpg\" alt=\"Water in plastic cup - tips to improve your health\" width=\"1500\" height=\"1000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.camelliadds.com\/blog1\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Water_Plastic_Cup_Light_Hubspot_Kitchen.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/www.camelliadds.com\/blog1\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Water_Plastic_Cup_Light_Hubspot_Kitchen-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.camelliadds.com\/blog1\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Water_Plastic_Cup_Light_Hubspot_Kitchen-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.camelliadds.com\/blog1\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Water_Plastic_Cup_Light_Hubspot_Kitchen-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><strong style=\"line-height: 1.5;\">2. Watch what you drink and eat<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Avoid going to bed either hungry or too full. These feelings of discomfort might keep you up. Also limit the amount you drink right before bed to avoid middle-of-the-night trips to the bathroom.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>3. Don\u2019t spend more than 15 minutes trying to fall asleep<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>If you don\u2019t fall asleep after 15 minutes, get up and do something relaxing. Read a book, draw or walk around the house. Go back to bed once you\u2019re tired. It\u2019s better not to agonize over falling asleep or you\u2019ll find it harder to nod off.<\/p>\n<h2><strong style=\"line-height: 1.5;\">4. Keep it comfortable<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Get your room in the best environment for sleeping. Make sure your room is well ventilated and kept at the ideal temperature between 64.4 \u2013 68 degrees. Your bedding also contributes to better sleep, so choose what feels most comfortable to you.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2532\" src=\"https:\/\/www.camelliadds.com\/blog1\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Woman_Relaxing_Yellow_Shirt_Bigstock_99130064.jpg\" alt=\"woman relaxing laying back\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.camelliadds.com\/blog1\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Woman_Relaxing_Yellow_Shirt_Bigstock_99130064.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.camelliadds.com\/blog1\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Woman_Relaxing_Yellow_Shirt_Bigstock_99130064-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.camelliadds.com\/blog1\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Woman_Relaxing_Yellow_Shirt_Bigstock_99130064-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><strong style=\"line-height: 1.5;\">5. Cut back on daytime naps<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>If you\u2019re struggling with poor sleep quality or insomnia at night, try limiting your daytime naps. If a nap is necessary, keep it to 10 to 30 minutes and take it mid-afternoon.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>6. Stay away from hot baths right before bedtime<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Avoid taking a hot bath or shower before going to sleep. Taking one too close to bedtime raises your body temperature making it difficult to fall asleep.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2535\" src=\"https:\/\/www.camelliadds.com\/blog1\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/People-at-the-Gym-Bigstock-124460930.jpg\" alt=\"People at the gym to improve health\" width=\"900\" height=\"601\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.camelliadds.com\/blog1\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/People-at-the-Gym-Bigstock-124460930.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.camelliadds.com\/blog1\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/People-at-the-Gym-Bigstock-124460930-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.camelliadds.com\/blog1\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/People-at-the-Gym-Bigstock-124460930-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><strong style=\"line-height: 1.5;\">7. Exercise during the day<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Getting regular cardio activity helps you fall asleep faster and enjoy deeper sleep. Time it right. Vigorous exercise right before bed will give you too much energy to fall asleep.<\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><strong style=\"line-height: 1.5;\">8. Keep it dark and quiet<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The ideal environment for sleeping is a room that\u2019s dark and quiet. Using earplugs, room-darkening shades, a fan, or other devices can create an environment suited for you.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.camelliadds.com\/blog1\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Woman_Relaxing_Listening_to_Headphones_Bigstock_102806909.jpg\" alt=\"relaxed young Woman with headphones listening music\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.camelliadds.com\/blog1\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Woman_Relaxing_Listening_to_Headphones_Bigstock_102806909.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.camelliadds.com\/blog1\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Woman_Relaxing_Listening_to_Headphones_Bigstock_102806909-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.camelliadds.com\/blog1\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/Woman_Relaxing_Listening_to_Headphones_Bigstock_102806909-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><strong style=\"line-height: 1.5;\">9. Create a bedtime ritual<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Tell your body it\u2019s time to wind down by doing the same things each night. Whether it\u2019s listening to soothing music or reading a book, relaxing activities promote better sleep.<\/p>\n<h2><strong style=\"line-height: 1.5;\">10. Manage stress<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Stress affects your peace and your sleep. Manage your stress in healthy ways by getting organize, prioritizing demands, and delegating what you can. Take breaks when you need them and share a laugh with those who matter most.<\/p>\n<p>Nearly everyone has an occasional sleepless night. Using these 10 tips can help you get the sleep you deserve.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-2522 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/www.camelliadds.com\/blog1\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Malone-Portrait-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"Dr. Mike Malone, DDS\" width=\"107\" height=\"107\" \/>Dr. Mike Malone and his team practice expert cosmetic dentistry in Lafayette, LA. Dr. Malone is the former president and accredited member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. He is also the official Cosmetic Dentist of the Miss Louisiana USA and Miss Louisiana Teen USA pageants.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Sleep boosts our mood, erases under-eye circles and makes us feel better. And, there\u2019s more to sleep than just these benefits. 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