When we think about foods or beverages that may keep us up at night, we immediately conjure up visions of coffee, cola, chocolate and all other manner of sugary delights. But what about foods that can actually help us sleep better?
Category: Nutrition and Wellness
Supplements and Their Role in Better Sleep
Most of these will be over-the-counter remedies (i.e. “sleeping pills”) from either name brand companies or generic variants, yet the results should remain the same: assistance in lulling yourself to sleep when your mind and/or body just won’t let you.
How Counseling Can Help with Sleep Habits
As many as a third of American male adults – according to research culled by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention – aren’t getting enough sleep on a regular basis…and that’s an alarming statistic when you break it down. There are a myriad of possible factors at play here with regard to why someone could be struggling to sleep peacefully, the more common reasons having to do with mental health issues or poor “sleep hygiene.”
Fighting Exhaustion with Proper Sleep
Fatigue is defined by the medical profession as a feeling of weariness, tiredness or lack of energy that does not disappear after rest. People may feel fatigued in body or mind – i.e. physical or psychological fatigue – but most of the time, fatigue can be traced to one or more of your habits or routines.
The Connection Between Sleep Disorders and Depression
One of the more common and pronounced symptoms of people suffering from depression is erratic sleeping patterns. In its simplest terms, people manifesting this symptom either sleep too little or sleep too much. Irregular sleeping patterns can directly affect our mood and disposition, exacerbating any signs of depression.
Food for Better Health and Better Sleep
Healthy Chicken Recipe Super simple and easy to make, this recipe is great for your nutrition. Check out the full recipe here!
Snacks that are awesome to support your healthy sleep!
Great Snacks for Better Sleep Popcorn Oatmeal Whole-wheat crackers Nuts Cottage Cheese A warm cup of tea Warm Milk Fruit
Breakfast is Important!
Start your day off right We’ve got the perfect breakfast recipe to get your day off right. Starting your day with the proper nutrition will set you up for a day full of better choices a happy tummy and a body ready to work for you! Check out this delicious breakfast here!
Meditation Techniques for Better Sleep
Guided Meditation To prepare for guided meditation, turn off all of your electronics. You will, of course, need one to listen to your meditation guide, but there’s no need to watch this, listening will work perfectly. For this technique, start your guide video or audio, turn off the screen so it is dark and lay...
Bedtime by Age – Child to Teen
Bedtime Having a regular bedtime is important for all ages. When you go to bed around the same time and get up at the same time every day your body will find it easier to naturally get tired and be ready for sleep around the same time every day. Ages 3 to 5 10 to...
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