Discovering YOU Magazine April 2019 Issue | Page 22

Soothing sounds: Try using a white noise machine to mask background sounds, thereby creating a more serene environment. When used to promote healthy sleep, white noise helps to drown out sounds that might otherwise prevent you from falling asleep or wake you up while asleep.

So, if you're having trouble sleeping, try listening to your senses to help contribute to a better night's sleep - and see what a difference the quality of your bedding can make!

naturally than many synthetic fibers or foam pillows.

* Offer the sleep-inducing benefits of warmth without weight - Down is nature's best insulator!

HEALTH MATTERS

DID YOU KNOW?

Most of us associate the white noise with

the static sounds accompanied by snow screen, that an older television makes when there’s no signal.

When we hear this sound, we often want to turn it off as soon as possible because it can be quite loud. But did you know that white noise (at a comfortable sound level) may actually help you sleep?