Deep Sleep Is Vital To Health

*  While the body rests during sleep, the brain remains active. During deep sleep, hormones are made that:

*  Promote growth and repair cells and tissues

*  Fight infections

*  Help the body control hunger

*  Most healthy adults need between seven and a half to nine hours of sleep per night to function at their best.

Dos

*  Keep your bedroom quiet, dark, and comfortable.

*  Have a warm cup of tea without caffeine before bedtime.

*  Go to bed at the same time each night and get up at the same time each morning.

*  Get some exercise during the day.

Don’ts

*  Don’t sleep with lights or the TV on.

*  Don’t have a night cap. Alcohol before bedtime robs you of deep sleep.

*  Don’t eat large meals before bedtime.

*  Don’t watch screens or scroll through news and social media at least one hour before bedtime.