Can't Sleep? Try Some of These Nighttime Habit Tweaks

Summary

●     Sleep is very important to the body's healthy functioning, both on a physical and mental level.

●     Adults should aim to get 7 to 9 hours of sleep every night, as failing to do so can make it difficult to work or study.

●     Consistently not getting enough shuteye can also have long-term health implications.

●     Tips to get a better night's sleep include taking a warm bath just before bed, minimizing your blue light exposure, and giving CBN oil a try.

Lack of quality sleep affects millions of people resulting in potentially serious health issues. In this article, you'll learn why sleep is so important and we'll give you some simple nighttime habit change tips that could improve your chances to get the sleep you need.

Do you find yourself struggling to get enough sleep? If so, you're not alone. Over a quarter of adults in the United States report having difficultly falling asleep at least a few nights per month, and several million fail to get the recommended 7 to 9 hours of sleep at least a few times per week.

In this article, we'll share some of our best tips for getting a better night's sleep. But first, let's take a look at why sleep is so important to our well-being...

Why Does Sleep Matter?

Sleep is essential to living a healthy and fulfilling life. It gives your body a chance to physically and mentally rest and recover, and it's especially important for children who are still growing or adults who are working out.

Consistently not getting enough sleep can have serious implications on your health, mood, and ability to get things done safely and competently.

For example, you may find yourself becoming highly irritable, which may make it challenging to maintain good relationships with work colleagues, friends, and family.

Furthermore, not sleeping enough will leave you feeling tired during the day, so you may feel very demotivated and completely unable to focus. Consequently, your job or grades are likely to suffer.

There are also more severe long term health implications. 

Tips For a Better Night's Sleep

Now that we've outlined why it's imperative you consistently get a good night's rest, let's explore some of the most effective tips to tackle sleeplessness.

Avoid Blue Light Before Bed

The screens of devices such as our mobile phones, laptops, and TVs emit blue light when we use them. This blue light can hamper our ability to fall asleep later that night, as exposure to blue light can disrupt your body's circadian rhythm.

In simple terms, this means it can make your body think it's still daytime, which consequently makes you feel less sleepy.

Take a Warm Bath

A warm bath before bed is a great way to relax your muscles and get you in the mood for bed. This usually works best when you try to sleep immediately after your bath.

If you get the timing right, this can be a great tip to help you fall asleep.

Drink More Water

Adults should aim to drink at least 2 liters of water per day. This is important not only for your general health and well-being, but it can also help you get a better night's rest.

Try CBN

Cannabinol (CBN) is a cannabinoid (a type of compound found in cannabis) that can be legally purchased throughout the United States and a few other countries.

CBN has sedative properties that are several times stronger than most prescription sleeping drugs, and it usually has very few side effects. This makes it a great option to explore for people with sleeping trouble.

CBN is typically purchased as an oil, though it also comes in many other forms, including tinctures and edibles like cookies or gummies.