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A New Year Resolution – A Better Mattress for a Better Sleep

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The new year is the best opportunity for self-improvement. Weight loss, exercising more often, quitting smoking or alcohol are some new year’s resolutions many of us are guilty of taking. And while we promise to stick to our decisions, we tend to overlook one crucial resolution we should undertake without fail. And that is better sleep. Better sleep as a new year resolution is not thought of by many. However, it is vital towards living one. Sleeping better can help in improving physical, mental, and emotional health and generate energy and self-control that are essential to accomplish other goals in the new year. A good sleep routine of about seven to eight hours is considered the norm but don’t get hung up on the quantity. It is crucial to get enough sleep. However, the quality of sleep also matters.   Multiple factors play a pivotal role in getting a good night’s sleep. Some of them are eating nutritious food at the right time, cutting down on using of phone or watching TV befo

Sleep and Food – How Are They Connected?

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Food and sleep play a crucial role in our health is no secret. The quality of sleep can be affected by poor diet and nutrition. For instance, deep and healthful sleep tends to decrease due to foods containing low fibre and high saturated fats. High sugar intake can cause you to awaken again and again. If you face problems falling and staying asleep, the culprit could be what you are eating or drinking before your bedtime.   Food to eat or drink for good sleep   Warm milk A well-known home remedy for a good night’s sleep is warm milk. Milk contains sleep-promoting compounds such as tryptophan, calcium, vitamin d, and melatonin. Having a warm cup of milk before bedtime can be a healthy nightly ritual associated with the childhood of many.   Almonds High in good fats and low in sugar and saturated fats makes almonds a good healthy evening snack. A high dose of melatonin is found in almonds, a hormone that helps coordinate the sleep cycle. A 1 ounce serving of almonds also contai