Natural Ways to Sleep Better and Longer

Natural Ways to Sleep Better and Longer
If you have trouble falling asleep and staying asleep,
there are many ways to correct this problem naturally
without relying on sleeping pills. But if you are having
trouble sleeping you should see your doctor first for a
complete checkup. This will rule out any physical problems
that can keep you from sleeping. Read on to discover a few
natural ways to sleep better.

Melatonin is a natural sleep aid that can be purchased over
the counter. Melatonin is produced in the body in small
amounts. Taking a Melatonin supplement before bed has been
proven to induce a more relaxing sleep. But be aware that
pregnant women or those with mental disorders should not
take Melatonin.

Experiment with different relaxation techniques to find the
one that works the best for you. You may want to try
visualization, yoga, meditation or progressive muscle
relaxation. Since everyone is different, what works for
someone else may not work for you. Find the one that is
effective for you and use it every evening before bed to
promote sleep.

Try aromatherapy, especially lavender, to help you fall
asleep faster and stay asleep longer. Lavender has been
used for centuries as a natural sleep inducer and research
is now starting to confirm it's sedative properties. You
may want to place a lavender sachet under your pillow or
take a warm, relaxing, lavender scented bath before bedtime.

For some people, music can lull them to sleep faster than
anything else. Try playing soft, relaxing music in your
bedroom at night. You may even want to try recordings of
other relaxing sounds, such as flowing water, crickets or
relaxing nature sounds.

Get plenty of exercise. Lack of exercise can make the body
tense. Exercise can loosen up those tense muscles and it
can also help release stress. Just don't exercise before
going to bed. If you do, you will never get to sleep!

You may want to try Feng Shui. This is an ancient Chinese
philosophy that believes the arrangement of the furniture
in the room can affect a person's well being. A few Feng
Shui tips to help promote sleep are:

* Don't put the bed in the corner of the room.

* When you lie down in bed, make is so you are not facing
sharp corners of any type of furniture.

* Do not put your bed next to a window.

* Make sure that your bed is positioned so that you have a
full view of the doorway.

These are just a few helpful tips that can help you fall
asleep naturally. Experiment with them and find the one
that works the best for you.

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