New-Delhi, 15th March: Today is the World Sleep Day, Most of us have sleep disorders, but we often ignore it without considering the fact that it can give us severe health problems in future like loss of memory, depression, diabetes, heart ailments and strokes, etc.
In order to create awareness and to highlight the importance of good and healthy sleep amongst nations across the world, the World Association of Sleep Medicine (WASM) has begun observing ‘World Sleep Day’ since 2008.
The World Sleep Day, which is held annually on the third Friday of March, is also aimed at promoting the prevention and management of sleep disorders.
A recent study in India by Philips and The Nielsen Company shows that while 93 percent of the people felt sleep-deprived, getting less than eight hours a night, only 2 percent consulted a physician.
There are several factors that can interfere in your good night sleep- work pressure, family responsibilities, relationship issues, etc. Although you can’t stop thinking of all the issues that hamper your sleep, you can still adopt habits that will help you in getting a good night’s rest. Here are some tips.
# Do not sleep during daytime
# Do not eat just before going to bed
# Limit your caffeine intake
# Avoid alcohol
# Have warm milk
# Say no to gadgets
# Make your bedroom dark and quiet
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