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Did you know that approximately 40% of menopausal women have sleep problems caused by hot flashes? Menopause is exhausting enough without having to worry about sleeplessness. Here are some tips to help you get through the night.
Are you tossing and turning all night long?
Maintaining a regular and relaxing nightly routine can make for a better night’s sleep. Before bed, you may want to:
- Spend time with family
- Take a warm bath
- Read a book
- Simply do what calms you
Are hot flashes and night sweats waking you up?
You can lose as much as three hours of sleep per night due to hot flashes. This makes it difficult to fall back to sleep. What you need is a prevention plan—here are a few tips:
- Sleep in lighter clothes
- Keep a cool glass of water nearby
- Have a fan in your bedroom
Are your eating habits causing you to sleep less?
What you eat can help or hinder your sleeping pattern. You may want to:
- Avoid large meals before bed
- Avoid caffeine in the evening
- Maintain a healthy diet throughout the day
- Try foods rich in soy
Are you cranky during the day?
Sleeplessness can be mood altering. Often, lack of sleep causes irritability, and can make it challenging to perform even the simplest task. Try to reduce stress—it can help make your day go smoother.
Useful information is always beneficial, but sometimes you need additional help to get you through the night easier. Simply Sleep will allow you to get a good night’s rest so you’ll feel better throughout the day. It’s the sleep medicine with nothing more than what helps you sleep.
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