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Drowsy days, sleepless nights? Stop living your life in reverse

Drowsy days, sleepless nights? Stop living your life in reverse

Nothing works unless charged; good Zzz can help you recharge, revitalize and refresh. 

Sleep is proven to be healthy for your mind and body. So, get those precious Zzz and Zzzcharge! Because a fully-charged body will be at its optimum performance. 

Going to bed wide-awake and going to work sleepy is like living your life in reverse. Sleep deprivation is a common, dangerous condition. Studies show that nearly 48% of adults wake up 3-4 times a week at night and that 1 in 3 don’t get enough sleep.

If you are still scrambling to get the best #ZzzCharge for your body? Read on to know the causes and get a few tips to get those Zzz back on track. Getting quality and perfect sleep recharges your body. 

If you are experiencing interrupted sleep, you may notice the following symptoms:  

  • Drowsiness 
  • Feeling excessively sleepy
  • Uncontrolled sleep attacks
  • Tiredness
  • Headaches
  • Mood swings
  • Aches and pains
  • Low concentration
  • Not feeling energetic

Find out what is keeping you up at night

If your sleep is broken or interrupted, you might experience a change in behavior and find it hard to think straight. A broken sleep pattern can further lead to obesity, high blood pressure, diabetes, and heart disease in the long run.

It is important to find out what is causing your disturbed sleep.

1. Worries Worries can lead to stress that can bust your sleep cycle. Just simple everyday worries, when accumulated, can pose as huge problems. A simple To-Do list can keep a tab of all your worries and cut down stress drastically. Which could mean a more peaceful night of sleep. 

2. Bedroom setting

Your bedroom should be your favorite spot to relax and rejuvenate for uninterrupted sleep. Is your bedroom too hot or too stuffy? Does your mattress have depressions the size of craters? Does your partner snore? Small things like these can make you lose sleep. An ideal bedroom should be dark, quiet, comfortable, and cool for a great night of sleep.

3. Alcohol

Excessive alcohol intake can disturb the REM sleep cycle and interfere with breathing. Though drinking can make you feel sleepy, it rarely provides good sleep, and can even wake you up, not once but repeatedly. Alcohol in excess can also wake you up for your trips to the bathroom, thereby disturbing your sleep. Avoid drinking in the evening or late at night to have a more restful night of sleep. 

4. Caffeine

Caffeine is present in teas, coffees, chocolates, and energy drinks. Caffeine can cause your sleep quality to suffer. Avoid caffeine after 6 PM to enjoy deeper sleep. 

5. Mid-night snacking 

Mid-night snacks are a big no-no. The later you eat, the more it will interrupt your sleep as your body tries to digest what you’ve eaten. Your body functions slow down as you prepare for sleep and insulin resistance increases at night, meaning all those calories are stored as fat while you sleep rather than being burned. Also, digestive problems such as acid-reflux often occur as a result of eating before bedtime.

6.Cut off from the digital device world. 

Overexposure to any artificial light can mess up your sleep cycle. All mobile devices normally emit blue light, which is bad for the body as it can reduce melatonin levels. Plus, the articles we read or games we play on our devices can increase our wakefulness. The best solution is to put those devices away well before your bedtime.

What has sleep got to do with wellbeing

Most human beings require a good 8 hours of sleep to function properly. There is a direct connection between sleep and well-being, and sleep is as important as eating, drinking, and breathing. Quality sleep allows both the body and the brain to recover during that period when the body sleeps. 

Playing a vital role in physical and mental wellbeing, the process that occurs during sleep helps promote brain activity and maintain good overall health. For children, it plays a key role in growth and development. 

Sleep deficiency can result in serious health issues physically and mentally. 

Ways to cope

Maintaining good sleep hygiene can get your sleep back on track. To achieve consistent sleep, follow the below habits: 

  • Try going to sleep at the same time and waking up at the same time, even on weekends
  • Set your wind-down time
  • Eat healthy meals 
  • Get enough Vitamin D 
  • Be physically active 
  • If you are bothered by light, wear an eye mask 
  • If you are bothered by white noise, wear earplugs 
  • Ensure you use a great mattress that suits your body type
  • Ensure comfortable and clean bedding

How to stop feeling sleepy during the day: Zzzcharge right!

Let irregular and uncomfortable sleep be a thing of the past. Your body will send you a signal if it is sleep-deprived, be sure not to ignore it. 

Often, a mattress is ignored in the journey of getting good sleep. Just like your laptop doesn’t charge with a mobile charger, you cannot get the perfect sleep with a non-compatible mattress. 

Getting great sleep recharges your body for an energetic tomorrow, but don’t forget to Zzzcharge on the right mattress. Mancini’s Sleepworld uses SleepMatch, backed by science, to bring you closer to the right mattress for your body type. 

June 24, 2022