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Want Better Sleep?......Don't Do This.

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The Shortest Day of the year is nearly upon us. A lot less sunlight and more darkness. Perfect recipe for better sleep right? Wrong.


A lot of patients struggle with getting a restful sleep. Ideally, for most people we are talking from 7-9 hours a night. (Even better if that sleep is uninterrupted). But the sad reality is many people are challenged with sleep. Another often overlooked issue is many people are challenged with S.A.D (Seasonal Affective Disorder). Often SAD is considered a mild form of depression and most commonly related to increased darkness and less sunlight. Especially in the winter months.


A lot of times in the clinic I speak to patients about their sleep. We often talk about simple strategies that can help them get better, restful sleep. Or looked another way, I ask them to STOP doing certain things. For example;


1) Avoid Screens an hour before your desired sleep time.

  • Try to give your brain and senses a chance to wind down. Stay away from unnecessary stimulation so you can actually fall asleep.

2) Try to avoid a random Bedtime routine.

  • People are creatures of habit. Sometimes getting a bedtime routine can help a lot.

  • For instance, going to bed at the same time every night. Perhaps is reading a book or journaling for 15 minutes before sleep. Maybe a quick 10 min yoga routine before you tuck in for the night. You get the picture.

3) Don't leave it to chance. Call for backup!

  • What I mean here is perhaps you might want to consider trying some natural supplements to help get better sleep.

  • Many people have heard of Melantonin but have you considered Magnesium?

  • Magnesium can also help aid in your sleep as well. But be warned, there are different forms of Magnesium readily available out there but the one most helpful for sleep is Magnesium-Glycinate.


So if you are one of the many that struggle with poor sleep, especially during the winter months, I hope this post helps you.


Let us know if the above tips help you. Especially the Magnesium. Remember there are different forms of Magnesium available out there but if you are looking to particularly improve your sleep, make sure you look for Magnesium-Glycinate.


Wishing you better sleep!


Yours in health,


Team Peakform.


PS - If you are struggling with aches, pains or other health issues, feel free to contact the best Chiropractors and Integrated Health team around. We're here to help!

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