About half of all Americans occasionally have trouble falling or remaining asleep. A new research suggests that women may not only have a harder time falling asleep than men, but may be more negatively impacted by a lack of sleep.
Insomnia is more common in women, especially after menopause due to the hormonal fluctuations that occur in women during menstruation, pregnancy and menopause.
Women who get five hours of sleep a night or less may be putting their health at risk - more so than men who do the same. Women may be twice as likely to suffer from high blood pressure as women who sleep the recommended seven hours or more each night.
Sleep disorders can impact many people by interfering with the amount and quality of rest they receive while sleeping. For example, some sleep disorders, such as snoring, can disrupt sleep patterns and leave you feeling fatigued in the morning. In many cases, lifestyle changes, medications, surgery or the use of medical devices can resolve most sleep disorders.
The following are some tips that can help you to have better sleep:
1) Keep a regular schedule of going to bed and waking in the morning.
2) Keep the bedroom cool, dark and quiet.
3) Make sure you have a comfortable bed. A good mattress is vital to good sleep. Some people prefer a firm mattress while others like a softer bed.
4) Avoid substances such as nicotine, caffeine and alcohol.
5) Exercise regularly.
6) Learn relaxation techniques. Yoga, breathing exercises and other techniques can all help reduce stress and anxiety that may hamper sleep.
7) Drink warm fluids before bedtime.
You are now at the site of Insomnia-How you could finally get your sleep!
