Can’t Sleep? 10 Things You Can Do
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Can't sleep?
Having difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep is also known as insomnia. This condition is common to many, old and young alike. Let's look at clear insights into why persons can't sleep and the suggested solutions.
Possible reasons you can't sleep
Before you look at some possible solutions to insomnia, let's quickly look at the possible causes. Some possible causes of insomnia includes: depression, stress, anxiety, poor dieting, certain medications, pain, medical conditions, variations in one's environment, and even genetics. Bear in mind that the cause of insomnia could be one or a combination of any of these possible causes. Quick Sleeping Poll:
-It is reported by the Institute of Medicine that hundred of millions of dollars are spent on sleeping disorder related issues in the US alone.
-Approximately half of American adults are affected by insomnia.
-A poll by the National Sleep Foundation concluded that there is a direct correlation between and sleep quality and the number of diagnosed
medical conditions in older adults in the U.S.
- Compared to 100 years ago, we are now sleeping 20% less.
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Benefits of Good Sleep:
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- Sleep increases the number of white blood cells. As a result your body is better able to fight germs and increases your resistance to diseases.
- You become more alert and refreshed. Usually, when you are overly tired you can't think straight.
- Adequate sleep makes you better able to make wise decisions, by keeping your mind keen and sharp.
- When you get enough sleep your 10 billion brain cells become more active.
- Sleep rebuilds the cells of your muscles, kidneys, brain, stomach and bone marrow.
- Adequate sleep prepares you for greater speed, accuracy, and efficiency both physically and mentally.
- Sleep relieves feelings of fatigue. As the blood and lymph systems continue to carry off the wastes to your organs for elimination.
- Sleep increases longevity due to its overall benefits to your body.
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How to get to sleep? 10 things you can do
Now, let's look at how to fall asleep faster before you resort to sleeping pills:
- Set a bedtime schedule around the same time every night. Getting your body into a sleep routine encourages a natural sleeping rhythm.
- Turn the lights off completely or dim lights if you prefer before you go to bed. Sometimes the brighter lights tend to contribute to insomnia.
- Adjust your bedroom temperature. Check to see if you find it too hot or too cold.
- Get some fresh air by opening a window or door where applicable or possible. Remember, in this case your safety comes first.
- Minimize all sounds as much as possible. You may want to opt for some soothing music.
- Make a deliberate attempt to lay your burdens down. Think about what could be bothering you. Then face the facts, worrying can't change your situation. Except that it might kill you. Let it go, you can do it.
- Read something that would be inspirational or motivating, such as a Bible or a spiritually encouraging book.
- Lie on your back or in your preferred relaxing position and breathe deeply for 10 minutes.
- Develop a daily exercise routine. Physical activities tend to relax the muscles.
- Try having sex with your husband or wife before you go to bed. Studies have shown that sex increases the quality of sleep. How does it do that? After an orgasm, the body becomes totally relaxed
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Did you know?
The use of sleeping pills may keep you from dreaming, which is an important part of normal sleep.
Be warned! Sleeping pills can be dangerous
Unfortunately, many people are being treated with drugs for sleeplessness that could do without them. While many others are treating themselves with the heavily advertised products intended to induce sleep quickly. Medical experts have agreed that these remedies should be a last resort and can be harmful to your health and addictive. In addition, studies suggest that sleeping pills may even keep you from dreaming. A careful analysis of each individual's situation may be quite helpful in finding the solution to insomnia. Your Comments:
Did this sleeping guide help you? Please let us know.
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Lauren
Aug 2, 2011 @ 8:52 am | delete
- I have trouble falling asleep for some time now. I will try some of your tips. thumps up!
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