The Importance of Sleep

THE IMPORTANCE OF SLEEP We spend approximately 60% 173 of our lives asleep of adults experience problems sleeping use electronics in the hour 95% before bed of US in 5 people survive on 6 hours or less sleep per night HOW MUCH SLEEP DO I NEED? ADULTS 7-9 hours TEENAGERS 8.5-9 hours CHILDREN 10-12 hours BABIES 16-18 hours 2 4 8 10 12 14 16 18 THE BENEFITS OF A GOOD NIGHT'S SLEEP A proper nights sleep helps to boost. immunity performänce weight loss memorymental clarity Mood stress management heart function creativity Factors that often affect sleep a heavy evening an high uncomfortable bed hstress levels meal Did you know? When you suffer from a lack of sleep, you perform like you are legally drunk. hormonal changes technology caffeine and alcohol HOW TO GET YOUR ZZZZZZZ7'S Sleep in a cool bedroom- around 18.5°C use freshly washed bedding Turn it off! get some exercise during the day Have a relaxing bath before bed No caffeine after noon Relax with meditation Eat less junk food or yoga NATURAL REMEDIES,TO AID SLEEP Calcium & magnesium This effective combination of minerals helps to calm nerves and relax the muscles. Valerian This popular herb has been found to improve sleep quality and the speed of falling asleep. Нops A favourite with beer fans, hops may offer mild sedative and calming properties. Lavender Oil Add a few drops of this fragrant oil under your pillow to relieve stress and anxiety. 5-HTP A pre-cursor to tryptophan, 5-HTP helps boost the body's production of serotonin.