Put your fatigue to bed
Do you rely on caffeine to get through the day, have trouble focusing and remembering things or feel sleepy when behind the wheel? If so, chances are you're sleep deprived.
It’s a shame our busy lives have taken a toll on the amount of shuteye we get each night. Chronic lack of sleep can lead to health problems, including obesity, diabetes and heart disease.
Try these tips to help you rest easy:
- Keep up a regular schedule for going to bed and waking up.
- Exercise each day — about five to six hours before bedtime is best.
- Avoid alcohol, nicotine and caffeine.
- Create a relaxing ritual to help you unwind before settling down for the night.
- If you can’t fall asleep, get up and do something else for a while to distract your mind.
- Keep your room temperature comfortable.
Looking for a relaxation resource? Take a rest stop at Blue Access® for Members and visit the Personal Health Manager’s Ask A Life Coach feature. You’ll get professional advice that will help wake up your senses and improve your quality of sleep.
Source: National Sleep Foundation
