Sleeping is a necessity, not luxury. A good sleep is essential to maintaining wellness as healthy diet and adequate exercise.
The importance of sleep
Sleep is a restorative process. While we sleep, our brain, then through the three phases of sleep: light, deep and REM. Sleep restores, rejuvenates and revitalizes the body and brain. Our immune systems are recharged, cells grow and repair themselves and to save our energy physics.
HazardsSleep Deprivation
Unfortunately for many sleep is not classified. In this "open all night" society we live in, four out of ten Americans are trading much-needed sleep longer in the office gym, clubs and other activities that seem most important or interesting. What they do not realize is that lack of sleep takes a toll on our mental and physical well-being. Studies of the National Sleep Foundation have been conducted show that sleep loss has a profoundly detrimental minimumEffects on mood, perception, performance, productivity, communication, and the victim's overall health. To function optimally during the day, the average adult needs between 7-9 hours of sleep per night. According to the NSF, the American adult population functions on about six and a half hours of sleep per night.
Do not sleep?
For some, the lack of sleep is not an option, but a state. Millions of Americans suffer from insomnia. According to the NSF, a third ofAmericans use over the counter or prescription sleeping pills at night. If you suffer from insomnia, here are some tips to help you get some shut eye:
· Please bedtime. The Bible says: "Cast your cares on the Lord. Do not go to bed with a heavy load. Give it to God. Remember joy comes in the morning"
• Avoid foods and drinks containing caffeine, like coffee, tea, soft drinks and chocolate 3 to 4 hours before bedtime.
° Exercise regularly, but completeTheir training at least three hours before bedtime. Keep your body calm.
• Make sure that your mattress is right for you. Flip your mattress at regular intervals.
• Develop a ritual before bedtime. Under a hot bath 90 minutes before bedtime to relax your body and, in general drowsiness.
• Make sure that your bedroom is quiet and comfortable.
· Has a cup of warm milk.
· Play relaxing music.
· Go to bed and wake up at the same time eachDay. When your sleep cycle has a regular rhythm you feel better.
Be a sleeping beauty
A friend of mine once told me that a woman is her husband at bedtime like a present. Interesting ... I asked some colleagues and I found a total of more men prefer their wives to be lingerie dress before going to bed. Nude came in a very close second and pajamas were considered very unsexy. Their wives preferred hubbys wear only boxers to bed. Whatever your sleepwear preference,Bedtime, the ability of the body and mind for the rest, is the preparation it deserves. Here are some tips to help you sleep pretty:
Always · Remove makeup and cleanse your face thoroughly before going to bed (Oil of Olay Foaming Face Wash for sensitive skin). Can go to bed without washing your face, not only leads to mascara-stained sheets (Andrea Eye Q Eye Makeup Remover Pads $ 3.50 + voted best by Allure Magazines 1999) but took the dirt in the pores during the day and lead block toAcne.
• brush and floss.
· Vaseline works wonders on rough spots while you sleep. Try feet, elbows and knees and dab a bit 'on your lips.
Are there several night creams on the market now claims to be more effective if applied at bedtime, here are some to try: Lancome - Primoridale Intensive Night Cream $ 41.50, $ 41.50 Refining Night Cream Murad. If these prices are more than you normally spend then L'Oreal Age Perfect Night Cream andOil of Olay night creams are ProVital at Wal-Mart and Target. Prices range from $ 14 - $ 15
• If your hair wrapped in a scarf at bedtime, remember to wash regularly.
• Include your fancy nightgown to bed. They do not save for a special occasion. This is a special occasion.
• After a bath or shower ritual slather on a lotion that relaxes you and helps you fall asleep like Origins Night-a-minute moisture lotion or calm your mind, bodySouflee.
· Marilyn Monroe would wear only Chanel No.5 to bed but if you prefer something a little 'lighter, then Issey Miyake L'Eau d'Issey Soothing Night Fragrance is a good choice.
We wish you brighter days and more restful nights!
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