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How to Get a Better Night's Sleep... and Prevent NightmaresExperts sound off with their best sleep hygiene tips |
Set up a Stellar Sleeping Space Consider Bedroom Temperature: The climate of your sleeping space makes a huge difference. For optimal sleep, Newman says that the ambient temperature should be slightly cool, with warm covers.
Create an Enjoyable Sleep Space: Take a look at your sleeping space. Is it calming? Do you like your sheets and blankets? Is your mattress comfortable? Do the pillows provide enough support? Is there a relaxing scent that could be added? "If there is room for improvement, don't be afraid to make some changes," says Newman. "You spend a third of your life asleep!"
Make Sure It's Dark: Is your bedroom dark? (Yes, that includes TV, phone and computer screens.)
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Create an Enjoyable Sleep Space: Take a look at your sleeping space. Is it calming? Do you like your sheets and blankets? Is your mattress comfortable? Do the pillows provide enough support? Is there a relaxing scent that could be added? "If there is room for improvement, don't be afraid to make some changes," says Newman. "You spend a third of your life asleep!"
Make Sure It's Dark: Is your bedroom dark? (Yes, that includes TV, phone and computer screens.)
Image via John Fedele/Getty
SEE NEXT PAGE: Eat Right