Many of us spend more time trying to fall asleep rather than actually sleeping. The number of hours recommended by experts for sleep depends on your age. However, most people need at least 7 hours of sleep in a 24-hour period.
Just the act of trying too hard to fall asleep may cause wreak an air of anxious, nerve-wracking energy that keeps you awake. If your mind can’t sleep, it’s difficult for your body to follow, too. To delve into the subject of sleeping well, the wellbeing practitioners from ‘ award winning FLOW Spa, have shared these expert tips to help enhance your sleep quality, ensuring you wake up refreshed and ready to tackle the day.
From dietary choices to relaxation techniques, designed to help you drift off more easily and enjoy a deeper, more restorative slumber. Your diet can significantly impact your sleep quality. Incorporating certain foods into your evening routine can promote relaxation and help you fall asleep faster.
Kiwi, cherries, milk, fatty fish, nuts, and rice have been found to aid in relaxation and sleep. These foods are rich in nutrients that support the production of sleep-regulating hormones, making them perfect additions to your dinner or pre-bedtime snack. Chamomile tea has long been revered for its calming properties.
Drinking one cup of chamomile tea about 45 minutes before bed can help induce sleepiness. Additionally, chamomile essential oil, when diffused in the air, releases a subtle floral aroma that has a calming and relaxing ef.