Monday, December 29, 2008

Easy Ways to Help Sleep Problems

There are a lot of different reasons why people suffer from sleep problems. Some have to do with the environment around you, such as an uncomfortable bed or noise or light in your bedroom. Other insomnia causes can be because of a medical condition, or your lifestyle. Today, we want to focus on what you can do to help sleep problems go away.

The biggest thing you can do to help sleep problems is stop using caffeine, or at least do not use it before going to bed. If you use it first thing in the morning you should be okay. On a related note, do not eat before going to bed. Not only can this promote fat storage, but when your food has not digested, this can lead to sleep problems.

Also, try to decompress your brain before heading off to bed. A busy mind will often make you wake up and not be able to go back to sleep.

Get into a routine, and stick to it. You don't want to be going to bed at a decent hour on weekdays, and then staying out late on weekends. Also, avoid sleeping in.

Another way to help sleep problems is to make sure your bedroom is optimized for sleep. Shut out any type of light that might be shining through. Make sure your bed is comfortable. And on a related note, make sure the bed is for sleep and sex only. Don't sit on your bed watching TV or read a book. You need to train your body that when you hit the bed, it is time to sleep.

Wednesday, December 3, 2008

Solutions For Sleep Problems

Simple solutions for tackling some of the most common causes of sleep problems include:

· Getting a new bed. If tossing and turning is a frequent occurrence and the bed just doesn't feel right, a new one might just fix sleep problems. This is especially so if the bed's springs are shot. This can be a costly venture, but if it results in fixing the sleep problems, it will likely be worth it.

· New bedding. Beyond the bed, sometimes sheets are too itchy, blankets are too stiff or the overall ensemble is too hot. Consider bedding changes to help with sleep problems. Better pillows, body pillows and other similar items can often help, too.
· Room adjustments. These, too, can help with sleeping problems. If light tends to come in and cause waking when it's not wanted, adjusting the layout of a room can help solve sleep problems.

· Setting a bedtime. This sounds like something that should fit a child only, but that's not the case. When a schedule is followed (most nights) some people find their sleep problems melt away.

Sleep Tracks Review

Sleep Tracks is an audio package designed to help with insomnia and other sleep problems. It is based on brain wave entrainment – rhythmic pulses that gently guide you to sleep and help you stay asleep throughout the night. The audios don’t contain any subliminal suggestions or words. The Sleep Tracks Package includes 3 CDs, Fast start guide and a video, called the Optimal Sleep Course.