11 Position matters

The position in which you sleep can impact your health as well as sleep.

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12 Prepare your body for sleep

Sleeping is difficult if you’re focusing on different tasks. While some people do sleep watching telly or reading, others who have insomnia don’t. Follow these steps to prepare your body for sleep. Your target time should be preferably 11pm.

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13 Use essential oils

Essential oils such as Lavender oil is an excellent stress buster which can help you sleep. Sprinkle some lavender oil on your pillow or put a few drops in your hand cup your palms and inhale the scent deep into your amygdala gland which is the emotional center of your brain. Then use carrier oil such as almond or coconut, mix a few drops of essential oil in it and rub it on your abdomen, temples, wrists and feet. Other oils that can help you sleep are valerian, Roman Chamomile and Bergamot.

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14 Why your body needs sleep

Your fat burning hormones are activated during sleep: lack of sleep decreases leptin the apetite decreasing hormone while gherlin the hormone that spikes apetite increases causing you to overeat.

• Your feel happier, content and relaxed
• Your brain functions better, you stay focused
• Your immune system gets a boost, your body is rejuvenated
• Lack of sleep can lead to high blood pressure, hypertension and increase the risk of disease
• According to the National Sleep Foundation, you should get at least 7 to 9 hours of sleep a day.
• BUT MOST OF ALL YOU WONT BE TIRED, CRANKY AND FEELING AWFULTHE WHOLE DAY

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