Good sleep hygiene means setting yourself up for a restful, healthy night’s sleep. And a good night’s sleep is the best way to ensure you wake up refreshed and ready to face the new day.
So are you sleeping clean – and what does that even mean?
Most people know that to maintain good health, there are general standards of hygiene that everyone should follow – like washing your hands or brushing your teeth.
But did you know that there's also such a thing as sleep hygiene which helps you to maintain your sleep health?
Research has drawn a link between poor sleep and a reduction of immune function. This means that a lack of sleep can mean you're more vulnerable to frequent infections in the short-term and more chronic illness in the long-term.1
Good sleep hygiene involves establishing a sleep routine each night to ensure you're receiving quality sleep so you can feel alert and focused the following day.
So how do you ensure that your sleep hygiene is on track to achieve the sleep you need?