{"id":3578,"date":"2025-06-20T15:31:09","date_gmt":"2025-06-20T15:31:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/?p=3578"},"modified":"2025-06-25T15:56:06","modified_gmt":"2025-06-25T15:56:06","slug":"dos-and-donts-for-getting-a-good-nights-sleep","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/health-and-wellness\/dos-and-donts-for-getting-a-good-nights-sleep\/","title":{"rendered":"Do\u2019s and Don\u2019ts for Getting a Good Night\u2019s Sleep"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Can&#8217;t Sleep? You&#8217;re not alone. There are 60 million other Americans also staring at the ceiling.<sup> <\/sup>According to a National Sleep Foundation poll, more than 50% of adults report problems falling asleep, waking up too early or too frequently, and feeling unrefreshed in the morning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Header0\">In This Healthy Insight:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.com\/article\/sleep-sought-after-wellness-commodity\">Symptoms of Sleep Deprivation<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/news.shepherd.org\/dos--donts-for-good-sleep\/\">Sleep Do\u2019s<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/news.shepherd.org\/dos--donts-for-good-sleep\/\">Sleep Don\u2019ts<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Melatonin\/Melatonin-10-mg-Gummy-60-Gummies.axd\">Natural Sleep Aids<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>While sleep problems affect both men and women, mature women seem to have more <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/health-and-wellness\/cant-sleep-your-circadian-rhythm-may-be-out-of-whack\/\">sleep issues<\/a><\/span>. For both genders, lack of sleep can lead to long-term health issues including <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/weight-loss\">weight gain<\/a><\/span>, <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Blood-Sugar\/\">blood sugar<\/a><\/span>, <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Heart-Health\/\">heart<\/a><\/span> and mental health concerns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Header1\"><strong>Symptoms of Sleep Deprivation<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:18px\">Also called sleeplessness, sleep deprivation is insufficient\nsleep that includes these symptoms:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Moodiness, irritability<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Yawning, fatigue<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Difficulty concentrating or learning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Clumsiness<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Forgetfulness, fuzziness<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Increased cravings for sweets and carbs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a aria-label=\"Weight gain\u2028 (opens in a new tab)\" class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/health-and-wellness\/best-weight-loss-supplements\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Weight gain<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lack of motivation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fortunately, there are ways to get a good night\u2019s rest. Here\nare some do\u2019s and don\u2019ts to get you started. <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Header2\"><strong>Sleep Do\u2019s<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"    src=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/clock.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3590\" style=\"width:150px;height:150px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/clock.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/clock-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/clock-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Turn off digital devices at least an hour before bedtime. Set an alarm clock instead of using your phone &amp; keep a consistent bedtime schedule.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"    src=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/pillow.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3593\" style=\"width:150px;height:150px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/pillow.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/pillow-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/pillow-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Keep your bedroom dark, quiet and cool.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"    src=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/book.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3595\" style=\"width:150px;height:150px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/book.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/book-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/book-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Establish a bedtime routine such as listening to relaxing music  or reading a book.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"    src=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/teeth.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3597\" style=\"width:150px;height:150px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/teeth.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/teeth-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/teeth-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"> Take care of essentials before getting into bed (brushing your teeth, washing your face etc.).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"    src=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/humidifier-oils.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3599\" style=\"width:150px;height:150px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/humidifier-oils.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/humidifier-oils-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/humidifier-oils-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"> Use a humidifier to moisturize the air &amp; consider essential oils to help you sleep. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-2 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"    src=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Shower.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3624\" style=\"width:150px;height:150px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Shower.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Shower-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Shower-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Take a warm bath or shower before bed.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"    src=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/exercise.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3626\" style=\"width:150px;height:150px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/exercise.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/exercise-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/exercise-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Get regular exercise and light exposure during the day.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"    src=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/journal.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3627\" style=\"width:150px;height:150px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/journal.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/journal-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/journal-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Keep a &#8220;worry&#8221; journal to get things off your mind.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\"    src=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Untitled-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3629\" style=\"width:150px;height:150px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Untitled-3.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Untitled-3-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Untitled-3-150x150.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Have a light sleep-promoting bedtime snack like yogurt, almonds, turkey or cheese.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If your sleep issues persist, talk to your healthcare professional about possible solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Header3\"><strong>Sleep Don\u2019ts<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Eat a big meal before bedtime. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Go to bed unless you\u2019re already sleepy. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lie in bed for hours. Leave bed, do something relaxing then return. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Work or eat in bed. Bed should be associated with sleep and <a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" class=\"rank-math-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/blog\/health-and-wellness\/herbs-to-boost-libido-desire-and-sexual-health\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sex<\/a> exclusively.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Drink caffeine in the afternoon or a nightcap before bedtime.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Let your pets sleep in your bedroom. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Give in to the urge to nap during the day. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-3 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"Header4\"><strong>Natural Sleep Aids<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You may want to consider natural sleep aids. <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Sleep-Remedies\/Melatonin-5-mg-90-Tablets.axd\">Melatonin<\/a><\/span> for sleep has been popular for decades and comes in many forms, including tasty <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Melatonin\/Melatonin-10-mg-Gummy-60-Gummies.axd\">gummies<\/a><\/span> and in various strengths. As mentioned above, <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/natural-remedies\/essential-oils\">essential oils<\/a><\/span> in a diffuser, especially those with <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Natural-Remedies\/essential-oils\/Lavender-Essential-Oil-1-oz.axd\">lavender<\/a><\/span> can create a peaceful sleep-inducing atmosphere. Other natural sleep aids include <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Stress-Relief\/Valerian-Root-Capsules-500-mg-60-capsules.axd\">valerian root<\/a><\/span>, <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Liquid-Extracts\/Lemon-Balm-Liquid-Extract-1-oz.axd\">lemon balm<\/a><\/span> and <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/Sleep-Remedies\/Wild-Lettuce-Extract-30-capsules.axd\">wild lettuce extract<\/a><\/span> to name a few.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Today is the perfect day to focus on your quality and quantity of sleep. For additional ideas on how you can get more shut eye, check these out now. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.botanicchoice.com\/sleep-remedies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shop Sleep Remedies<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Can&#8217;t Sleep? You&#8217;re not alone. There are 60 million other Americans also staring at the ceiling. 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