What's not helping you sleep
Ah, sleep, the ever-elusive goal that we all chase after. We all know the importance of getting enough shut-eye, but sometimes, it feels like no matter what we do, sleep just won’t come. And so, we turn to all sorts of remedies, hacks and sleep aids to help us drift off into dreamland.
But here’s the thing, not all sleep aids are created equal. Despite their popularity, some of them may not actually do much to improve the quality of your sleep. So, let’s take a look at some of these common sleep hacks that may not be as effective as you thought:
6 Things Which Aren’t Helping You Sleep Better
1. CBD Oil – We get it, CBD is all the rage these days. But while it may be great for helping you relax, the jury is still out on whether or not it actually helps with sleep. So, if you’re using CBD oil to catch some Zs, just keep in mind that there’s no scientific evidence to support claims that it can help sleep. You may be wasting your money.
2. Melatonin Supplements – Sure, there’s a lot of marketing out there saying that melatonin can help you sleep but once again no scientific evidence. It’s definitely not a miracle cure for insomnia. So, if you’re popping melatonin like candy and still struggling to fall asleep, it might be time to look into other solutions.
3. Stopping Phone Use Before Bed – We’ve all heard this one before. But here’s the thing, if you’re like me and can’t resist scrolling through Instagram at bedtime, cutting out phone use before bed might not make much of a difference. Plenty of studies have shown that using electronic devices before bedtime does not affect sleep quality at all. Also, the amount of blue light that your phone emits is so tiny it has no effect on sleep at all
4. Sleep Trackers – Who doesn’t love a good gadget? But before you get too attached to your sleep tracker, remember they’re not 100% accurate. So, if your tracker tells you you’re only getting 2 hours of deep sleep a night, don’t panic. It’s just a machine, after all. The data they collect may not reflect your actual sleep quality, and relying too much on sleep trackers can lead to anxiety and stress about sleep.
5. Essential Oils, Sleep Sprays or Bedtime Candles – Ah, the sweet smell of lavender. While it may smell nice, there’s not much scientific evidence to support the idea that essential oils and sleep sprays improve your sleep quality. But hey, if it helps you feel cosy and relaxed, go ahead. It might not help, but they definitely doesn’t make your sleep worse
6. A Bath – There’s nothing quite like soaking in a tub of warm water after a long day. But let’s be real, taking a bath will not magically cure your sleep troubles. In fact, some studies have shown that taking a bath too close to bedtime can interfere with sleep by raising the body temperature.
There are actually only 4 things you need to do to sleep like a log every night. Come back next week to learn more about the only 4 things you need to do
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