Guide for healthy sleep and its importance and side effects

November 23rd, 2009 by Dr. Subba Rao | Posted under Wellness.

sleepSleep was considered as just a time where you are not awake, but detailed study about sleep had found that it is much beyond that, Sleep have different levels and stage, during the sleeping process many vital tasks are carried out on our body. At some stage of sleep we gets re-energize and at some other stage our body is rebuild to maintain good health. Another important question about sleep is how much do you need to sleep? Answer depends on your age, for an adult you need 7-8 hrs of sleep , if you are a child or teenager then you need 9 hrs of sleep where as a babies require 12-18 hrs of sleep.

Advantages of sleep

  • Sleep helps you in boosting your performance
  • Sleep increases your memory
  • Sleep also effects your mood
  • Along with exercise and healthy food, sleep is also important for maintaining healthy life.

How to get a good sleep

  • Stick to your sleep schedule – even on weekends
  • Exercise at least 3 hrs before sleep
  • Avoid caffeine and alcohol before bedtime
  • Take bath in hot water before going to bed
  • Listen to music
  • Avoid large meals
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