How to Achieve a Good Night Sleep

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By jmessina10
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These tips are not a magic sleeping cure for insomnia or sleepless nights. These suggestions have been know to work by making you more comfortable and relaxed in bed.

Difficulty: Easy

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Comfortable bed

Step 1

Ensure you have a comfortable bed that is not too firm and will allow you to turn over easily.
Step 2

Have a warm bath. By having a warm bath you are artificially increasing your body temperature to allow it then slowly fall inducing you into sleep.
Step 3

Exercise more regularly but avoid exercising before or close to bedtime as this will stimulate your muscles and release endorphin into your system.
Step 4

Cut down on stimulants including caffeine, nicotine and sugary sweets or drinks.
Step 5

Wear loose fitting night clothes, preferably in a breathable fabric such as cotton or linen.
Step 6

Use Lavender, place several drops of lavender oil on your pillow or burn a lavender scented candle before sleep.
Step 7

Drink Chamomile or Peppermint Tea.
Step 8

A little hot milk before bedtime can also be of benefit as it has sleep enhancing properties.
Step 9

Do not eat before bedtime. The digestion process of the food will keep you awake at night.
Step 10

Ensure you drink plenty of water; dehydration can inhibit sleep. However, do not overload on water before sleep otherwise you will make plenty of trips to the bathroom and defeat the whole purpose.