…ZZZZZZZZZ…
February 19, 2009 by Katherine Scholl
Restorative sleep is an important wellness ingredient – during sleep we are renewed and repaired physically and emotionally. A range of between six to as much as nine hours a night is a requirement for most of us. However, sleep disturbance is a factor for many people and can contribute to illness and chronic pain syndromes. There are many possible interruptions to sleep, such as work schedules, stress, external disturbances, physical factors like hormone fluctuations and certain medications, diet, and inadequate exposure to daylight and darkness.
Ways you can help support better sleep:
- Receive therapeutic massage which reduces autonomic nervous system activity and stress hormone levels and activates the parasympathetic (rest/digest) nervous system. Massage can help to relieve pain that may interrupt sleep and can improve your sense of overall wellbeing.
- Exercise regularly
- Avoid or reduce stimulant intake – no caffeine 6 hours before bedtime. Read more
