Friday, 23 December 2016

Get Some Sleep- New Years Resolution Series


When doing a nutrition assessment, one question a dietitian will ask is "How many hours of sleep do you get each night?. We aren't just asking this to see if you go to bed at a decent hour! We are asking this to make sure you are getting enough rest to help your body recover from today to prepare for tomorrow. While you're asleep, your brain cleans house; it gets rid of toxic byproducts and helps file away new memories into your brain. Your brain is repairing, helping your body grow, and release hormones. Without adequate sleep, your body can't try to keep you healthy and ready for the next day! Everyone shoudl strive for 7-9 hours of sleep a night, and this definitely should be a part of your health and wellness resolution.

Tips to sleep better-
  1. Try to go to sleep and get up at the same time everyday
  2. Get as much natural sunlight as possible
  3. Move vigorously during the day—don't sit for more than an hour
  4. Limit caffeine, nicotine, alcohol, and big meals at night
  5. Take time for relaxing activities before sleep
  6. Create a calm and restful sleep environment

Follow these steps and you'll be sleeping like a baby! 

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