5 Important Facts About Sleep

A good night’s sleep is important for kids and adults. 

Here are some facts and tips to help everyone sleep well.

1. Sleep affects almost every system and type of tissue in the body, including vital organs such as the brain, heart and lungs and metabolism, immune function, mood and disease resistance

2. The brain performs its “housekeeping” and general maintenance during sleep. These activities cannot be performed during the day

3. How much sleep is enough varies from person to person

4. Many people assume that they can catch up on missed sleep during the weekend but, depending on the degree of sleep deprivation, sleeping longer on the weekends may not adequately reduce the deficit

5. Research by sleep scientists indicates that chronically sleep-deprived people are more likely to be overweight, have emotional outbursts and have an increased risk of many health issues

Sleep Tips

Get Your Body Ready for Sleep During the Day

• Limit naps to 15 – 20 minutes in the afternoon
• Exercise during the day to increase circulation and help you feel energized
• Disconnect from technology and read the bible
• Have a routine – wake up and go to bed at the same time each day
• Aromatherapy

Add these essential oils to a diffuser on your dresser or nightstand and breathe in the scents

3 drops Cedarwood

2 drops Frankincense

4 drops Lavender

Learn about my favorite essential oils for sleep support