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Good sleeping habits can improve
quality of life and overall health
Just as sleep deprivation can lead to health risks and other negative
impacts on the body and brain, getting good sleep helps the body
recuperate and prepare for another day. With proper sleep, you’ll have
the mental alertness and control over your emotions needed to tackle
Sleep deprivation can influence:
• Our ability to lose weight or
maintain a healthy weight
• Emotions, behaviors, and ability
to make decisions
• Learning and motivation levels (in
both children and adults)
• The body’s organ systems and
overall health
• Reaction time; ability to drive
safely
the challenges of each day. Rather than jeopardizing or attacking the
systems of the body, you can help rejuvenate the body and promote
overall wellness by getting quality, consistent sleep.
You might need a little extra help
For many people, getting better sleep isn’t simply a matter of going to
bed earlier or rearranging their schedule. Many adults have the best
intentions of getting good sleep, but their plans are thwarted when they
can’t get their brain or their body to settle down. If you’ve tried your
best to improve your sleeping habits but can’t seem to get better sleep,
try a few of the suggestions below:
• Maintain a healthy diet
• Create a good sleeping environment: make sure it is
dark, not too hot or cold, and quiet
• Avoid stimulants: alcohol, nicotine, caffeine
• Make sure you have adequate bedding: consider
buying new pillows or a new mattress
• Exercise regularly (but not too close to bedtime)
• Remove distractions: remove the temptation of
technology, and try to avoid screens before bed
• Relax the body: try a warm bath, or chamomile tea
(non-stimulating)
• Reset your internal clock: go to bed and wake up at
the same time every night and morning
Essential oils can help with sleep and relaxation
In addition to the methods above, there are dozens of remedies, products, and approaches that claim to help
promote sleep. However, each person is different, and what works for one person might not work for another.
Essential oils have been used for thousands of years for their calming and soothing properties that can help
relax the body and mind. The unique chemical properties found in certain essential oils make them useful for
promoting an environment that is conducive for sleep. Because there is such a wide variety of essential oils,
and because each oil has its own set of benefits, individuals can find an oil that works best for them. No two
people will have the exact same reaction to a single oil, which means that each person can experiment to find
the best essential oil for their needs.
Each person’s needs and rituals are a little bit different when it comes to sleeping, which makes essential oils
a useful agent for creating a quality sleeping environment. A person can tailor each oil to fit their needs, and
hopefully find their way to better sleep.