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Sleep Myths 1

Sleep can definitely seem like a mystery at times. Despite it being a common, everyday activity in our lives, we are all still trying to work out why we sleep, what sleep actually is, and which factors determine or affect our rest. Along with all the speculation appear plenty of sleep myths, some of which can be both misleading and even detrimental to health. Take a look below to see some sleep myths debunked once and for all.

Sleep Myth 1) Alcohol Helps You Sleep

Whilst alcohol certainly causes drowsiness and eventual sleep, the sleep achieved is broken, uncomfortable and low in quality. Alcohol can also cause dehydration, meaning that you tend to wake with a sore head, a dry mouth and a feeling far from rested.

Sleep Myth 2) Daytime Activities Do Not Affect Sleep

Wrong! Daytime activities definitely affect sleep. Activities such as working out late in the evening tend to make it difficult to fall asleep, whilst watching a ﬁlm late into the early hours can definitely lessen sleep quality due to blue light exposure. Day time activities can have a huge affect on rest and investing in the correct sleep hygiene can make all the difference.

Sleep Myth 3) Certain Foods Put Me to Sleep

Whilst certain foods can definitely help to encourage sleep, there is no speciﬁc food that will heavily induce sleep. Whilst foods such as nuts, slow release carbs and warm milk can certainly relax your mind and body for rest, they cannot directly induce sleep. Simply include sleep boosting foods in your diet for a healthy sleep and a better life, they’ll ﬁt well into your sleep hygiene routine.

Sleep Myth 4) You Can Make Up for Lost Sleep

Although it can be tempting to sleep in for longer at the weekend in order to ‘make up’ for sleep lost during the week, studies have actually shown that sleeping longer on your days off can be pretty ineffective. Not only does it make you miss out on daytime activities, sleeping for longer at the weekend will most likely cause ‘social jet lag’, making it pretty difficult for you to start the new week afresh on Monday!

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Bed Yoga: What Is It And Why Should You Try It?

When you picture yoga, what do you see? Do you imagine deep breathing? What about slow movements? Or maybe someone peacefully meditating? Now picture doing all of this from the comfort of your bed, and you have bed yoga!

The Effects of Daylight Saving Time On Your Sleep Quality

If you’re a parent of little ones, I’m sure you’re well aware of the unfortunate reality daylight saving time (DST) has on your kids and your own sleep quality, especially when we spring forward and lose an hour of sleep. It seems as if right as we settle into a good bedtime routine, it’s time yet again to change our clocks. With DST ending soon and the upcoming transition back to standard time, we thought we’d share what actually happens to our quality of sleep when we change our clocks and fall back.

Best Bedtime Routine For Adults

The importance of routines is evident at every stage of life, from childhood to adolescence to adulthood. We can develop healthy habits, improve interpersonal relationships, and reduce stress by establishing proper routines. Let’s take a look at some of the best habits you can adopt to create a consistent, healthy bedtime routine that will help you fall asleep faster and wake up easier in the morning.