Do you find yourself all wound up at night, trying to count sheep and still unable to sleep after an exhausting day?  A night of good and sound sleep is vital for maintaining overall health and well being. Hence, it is essential to incorporate a few changes in your night-time routine that can get you to sleep and beat insomnia. Apart from the normal brush and floss before bed, there are a few before going to bed habits worth adopting that will make you fall asleep quickly and feel fresh and alert in the morning. Read on for 5 simple things to do before heading to bed for a better night's sleep.

Take A Warm Shower 

 

A relaxing bath or shower is a very good way to relax. Studies indicate that bedtime showers can help you sleep quickly and also improve the quality of sleep.  A warm shower reduces your body temperature, improves circulation and helps you to relax thus inducing better sleep 

Meditate

Sit in a comfortable position. Try to think of all the things in your life that you are grateful for. Then breathe deeply, keep inhaling and exhaling slowly for 5- 10 minutes.  This will help you unwind and feel pleasantly refreshed and ready for a good night’s sleep. Meditation is good for both your physical and mental health.

Read In Bed  

Take a book or magazine to bed. Even if you aren’t able to read more than a paragraph before dropping off to sleep, it is important that you read. Reading takes you into another world and thus takes your mind off your own problems and gives you a better perspective in life  It also fills you with new ideas that can pave your way to success.

Lay out the outfit that you wish to wear the next day. This helps you get into a pleasant state of preparedness and better equipped to face tomorrow. It also makes you more productive if everything you need the next day is within your reach. Make a simple goal for tomorrow and congratulate yourself for having got through today.

  Make Your Bedroom A Warm And Comfortable Place

The bedroom layout is one of the key factors in getting good sleep. Ensure that The temperature, lights and atmosphere are appropriate.  If you prefer, light scented candles or use aroma diffusers that can help you relax. Your bed, mattress and pillow should be comfortable and conducive to a good night’s sleep.  

In addition to the above, it’s important to reduce daytime naps, exercise regularly and reduce stress if you are looking for sound shut-eye. Dr Arun, co-founder of Pure Cure + Co., adds, “ The benefits of a good night’s sleep cannot be overemphasised. Good sleep improves your skin, your overall disposition and makes you better equipped to handle the challenges that life may throw at you.” Try sleep from Pure Cure + Co which uses 6 powerful herbs, including sarpagandha and jatamansi which have been effectively used for centuries to reduce stress and tension. In addition to treating sleep disorders, Pure Cure + Co.’s Sleep also helps purify blood, supports cardiovascular health, enhance your complexion, improve brain function, boost immunity, alleviate headaches, lower blood pressure and fight depression.