Health Tip: Create a Space for Sleep

The right environment for quality zzz's

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(HealthDay News) -- Difficulty sleeping can be caused by simply having too many distractions and discomforts in your bedroom.

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Try these steps to create an environment for better sleep, courtesy of the National Sleep Foundation:

• Make sure your room is quiet. If necessary, try using a white noise machine or earplugs.
• Keep your room at a temperature that's comfortable. Slightly cooler temperatures often are best for sleep.
• Keep the bedroom dark. Also make sure you get plenty of exposure to light during the day.
• Make sure your bed and pillows are comfortable and clean, and big enough for you and your sleep partner to share.
• Avoid TV or a computer in the bedroom.
• Offer pets their own bed or other comfy sleep spot.

-- Diana Kohnle