Simple tips to get a good night’s sleep

Sylhet Mirror Published at : 14 April 2019, 1:02:47 PM

We all are aware about the benefits of a good sleeping routine, including the impact it has on a person’s overall well-being. There is enough evidence to suggest that sleep, besides keeping you healthy and fit, also improves your productivity and efficiency at work.

Advising eight hours of sleep, Kanchan Naikawadi, preventive healthcare specialist, Indus Health Plus, says that little or no sleep can have harmful effects in the long run. “We need to always remember that it’s the body that analyses how much rest it needs and not us. Overburdening the body after a point will show the impact in the form of dark circles, fatigue, irritability and lethargy. Therefore, eight hours of sleep is a must to keep your balance,” she says.Below, she lists the overall benefits of sleep and also shares how one can ensure good sleep.

Reasons for sleep deprivation:

Staying up too late – watching TV series or movies

Drinking too much coffee or tea

Eating late at night (it may even be munching junk food): It is always better to eat at least three hours before you go to bed

Late night partiesWork life imbalance, or work pressure

Social media or internet addiction

Late night texting and phone calls

Too much alcohol consumption

Better immunity: Getting enough sleep will improve your overall health and immunity.

Enhanced mood: Proper sleep will make you feel good and energised.

Beats fatigue: Sound sleep is always rejuvenating, and is also a great stress buster.

Balanced body weight: Better sleep will ensure that your body maintains a healthy weight.

Better appetite: Getting enough sleep improves the body’s digestion process and keeps it in good working condition.