Getting enough restful sleep is crucial for maintaining good health. For this reason, prioritizing a good night’s sleep is essential for optimal health and well-being, it’s important to make sleep a top priority and to incorporate some of the following tips:
Increase bright light exposure during the day
Reduce blue light exposure in the evening
Don’t consume caffeine late in the day
Reduce daytime naps
Sleep and wake at consistent times
Minimize alcohol
Get a supportive bed, mattress and pillow
Optimize your bedroom environment
Don’t eat late in the evening
Minimize liquids before bed
Relax and clear your mind before bed
Exercise regularly but not before bed
Use the 10-3-2-1-0 rule Starting 10 hours before bedtime, avoid consuming caffeine. Three hours before bed, limit alcohol and food. Two hours before bed, try to relax and avoid mentally taxing tasks. One hour before bed put away all your electronics.