THE ANTI-AGING SCIENCE OF SLEEP: 7 THINGS YOU CAN DO TO GET MORE OF IT
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As someone who has devoted her life to women's health, wellness, and longevity, I am often approached with concerns about aging and sleep.
The advice I give to friends and patients is the same advice I will share here, and it is quite simple: Beauty does not come in the form of any vitamin, serum, ointment, or surgery. Rather, it is the outward sign of good health. Leading a healthy life involves many things, from regular movement to the right kind of diet, but the foundation of health begins with quality sleep.
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When we sleep, our bodies enter repair mode. Cells regenerate, hormones balance out, and skin gets a chance to recover from daily wear and tear. Three key factors of sleep play a role in the quality of this repair.
Position, Duration & Integrity.
Yet sleeping deeply is easier said than done. Since this is the area where people have the most trouble, I have broken my knowledge down below into seven actionable ways of maximizing the integrity and, thereby, the restorative power of sleep.
1. Establish a routineYour body loves routine and over time, this helps in improving the quality of your sleep 2. Let there be light…and darkness, too
For our circadian rhythm, get out in natural light (without sunglasses) in the morning and in the evening, turn off all light and devices that can keep the mind awake and prevent us from winding down. 3. Sleep in a cool room
We sleep better in cool and dark places. 4. Read a book
Try a boring or relaxing book before bed. Try something peaceful, dull, or both. 5. Drink (and eat) responsibly
Be cautious of consuming caffeine after 2pm or alcohol close to bed. Both can interfere with your sleep cycle, making it hard to fall asleep or causing mid-sleep disruptions. 6. Have sex with someone (even yourself)
Lucky for you, many revitalizing biological processes are kickstarted by good sex. 7. Try Chinese herbal medicine
There are several formulas of Chinese herbal medicine for sleeping. They work differently but toward the same end—to knock you out, naturally.I hope you enjoy this post and have restful sleep and a restful weekend, Sending warmth Dr. Catherine P.S. Share this with someone who needs to hear this 🫶. READ THE POST