The mantra of good health is a good night’s sleep, and it is beautiful. Every individual is different; some people can sleep in too much light; most people can’t sleep without Netflixing and cuddling into their cozy blanket.
Sleeping difficulty can be related to physical illness and an unhealthy lifestyle. Poor sleep affects our body and leads to anxiety and depression.
To set a healthy bed routine, researchers and doctors suggest a shortlist of accessories like sleep masks, journaling before bed, block light curtains, etc.
Tame these ideas for a better shut-eye.
1. Noise machine
Even if you have a peaceful environment in your home, your ears will still hunt for an unusual noise that’ll keep you awake for hours.
“Random, sudden noises can be a big distraction, instead of no sounds pop up, you can create a blanket of ambient sounds that will cover up any surprise noise at night,” Dr. Tal explains. Now you can thank lapping waves (or, you know, classic white noise) for your ticket to snooze town.
2. Blackout curtains
A natural daylight intents a good beginning when you wake up, it is a mood- booster. But when you are sleeping, you should have complete darkness in the room. Blackout curtains are a must-have.
3. Sleep masks
Movies are trend-setters for masks; they are known as a Hollywood-approved accessory. Lightweight, soft, and thick eye masks to block any light should be a part of your bedtime routine. They should feel comfortable on your face for the next right hours.
4. Cotton sheets
Crisp, clean, and comfortable should welcome you in the bed after a long day. They should be 100% cotton and breathable. Comfortable bedsheets are an everyday luxury for good sleeping quality and healthy lifestyle
5. Eucalyptus oil
Eucalyptus oil is recognized as a natural sleep aid. It increases the amount of slow and deep wave sleep and helps you to wake up fresh and energetic the next morning.
“I spread a bit of eucalyptus oil every night under my pillow to create a relaxing ambiance, as well as provide a bedtime routine to signal to my body it is sleep time,” says Dr. Tal. Inhale and exhale—then lights out.
6. Earplugs
Noise machines help to those who like to hear a muted something, but if your sleep’s interrupted by rain, thunderstorm, or any other social function hitting the roof, then earplugs are your back-up.
