Monday, 17 January 2011

Sleep: The Missing Link.

Hello Guys, Super Sophia is back! =D
With more and better advice for YOU.

Not just exercising and eating balanced is the way to a healthy lifestyle - even though they are a great way!

Sleep - It's guaranteed to
make you more jolly! :D
The missing link is sleeping. The recommended amount of sleep we should get is a minimum 8 hours.
Getting sleep plays a huge role in your moods. Think about it - about when you didn't get enough sleep, was you moody or not yourself? Don't worry because that is typical of the lack of sleep. Back in the day when I went school people kept thinking I was crying because my eyes were full of tears as I was exhausted. My teachers saw me as a 'sleepyhead' as I couldn't keep my head off the table. /:

If you have a good night sleep, our clever brain produces chemical reacions that help the immune system to fight off the bad bacteria and other harmful elements. Days to weeks, when sleep is back on track the body fights off sickness that is building up much, much better! On the other hand, if you suffer from sleeping problems you're at risk falling ill due to weak immune system.
Lacking sleep also means weight gain. Don't let this happen to you!
When I was your age I loved sleeping but not going to bed early. This will affect you later on, so make a change now!


Having trouble sleeping? /:
Here's some facts and advice on how to get a good night sleep.

-It's only natural. Most of us have a natural dip in alertness between 2 - 4pm, so don't worry if you think you didn't get enough of sleep. Have a 15-20 min nap - avoid sleeping longer, it'll make you feel worse when you wake up.
-Set a regular bedtime and wake up time. Resist the urge to sleep in longer than normal; getting up on schedule keeps your body in its normal wake-up routine
-Avoid caffeine. Caffeine is a stimulant which can make you stay up for hours and hours!! So avoid sources of caffeine such as coffee, chocolate, fizzy drinks and non-herbal tea.
-Watch what you eat. If you get the munchies close to bedtime, eat something that triggers the hormone seronin, which makes you sleepy. Carbohydrates such as bread or cereal will do the trick. 
-Consult a doctor. Only do this if you can't sleep night after night, it could normally be treated quickly and effectively.


Quick Facts About Benefits of Sleep

-Naps Make You Smarter
-Sleep Helps the Body Make Repairs
-Sleep May Reduce Your Risk for Depression
-Sleep Makes You More Alert
-Sleep May Prevent Cancer

A Little Reminder...

Remember being healthy means having a happy, healthy MOOD and appearence. Make sure you put yourself first and put in a sleeping schedule. Sleeping little can mean big, black and puffy circles.
Sleeping pills will not help progression of sleep quality in fact it will give you the opposite effect and worsen the situation. Avoid them at all costs. It will only temporily fix your sleeping pattern instead of improving.

If a happy healthy lifestyle is your goal that you want to accomplish. Make sure sleeping is on your list.

Stay in tune for more coming...

Super Sophia is going to take a nap now.
x

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