Try to maximize the hours you are getting with a mattress that provides excellent comfort. The less tossing and turning you do, the more quality sleep you get.

Make sleep a priority and adjust your lifestyle to reflect it. Start by not taking on extra projects at work, spend fewer nights socializing, cutting down on daily activities-such as household chores, errands or cooking elaborate meals. The main thing is to free yourself up by a certain time each evening so you can relax and settle in for a good night's rest.

Besides feeling run down and frequent dozing, sleep deprivation affects your short-term memory, how your body manages insulin and causes a change in metabolism that keeps you feeling hungry all the time. It is very hard to lose weight if you're not getting enough deep, restful sleep!

When your body is well-rested you are in a better mood, you have more energy to get things done and you're more alert. Sleep also helps renew blood cells that repair body tissue.

Very heavy snoring is often a symptom of sleep apnea, which is caused by insufficient air getting through the nose or mouth, causing the person to stop breathing for a few seconds. If left untreated, it can result in significant health consequences such as high blood pressure, cardiovascular diseases, stroke, and chronic sleep deprivation.

RLS causes your legs to twitch throughout the night. It can result from iron deficiency, diabetes, kidney or Parkinson's disease.

Insomnia is a sleep disorder that can be caused by medical conditions like acid reflux, RLS, or depression. Environmental factors such as noise, traffic or barking dogs can also make getting to sleep difficult. Stress is another common factor.

No. Narcolepsy causes a person to fall asleep anywhere at any time. This can occur even if you're getting enough sleep. Symptoms include excessive daytime sleepiness or intermittent but uncontrollable urges to fall sleep-even while standing or driving. For this reason, narcolepsy is very dangerous. However, it's treatable with a combination of medicine and behavioral therapy.

There are different pillows for side sleepers, back sleepers and stomach sleepers. There are also different materials for different needs. Everyone needs a pillow that properly supports their neck and spine. Our Sleep Experts can fit you to the perfect pillow!

A good sheet set is one that feels comfortable to you and covers you and your bed. We have a good selection of linens including cotton, Egyptian cotton and the luxurious-feeling 100% bamboo sheets. They are amazing and 100% natural.

Reduce your fluid intake, especially in the evening. Sometimes medications contribute to the problem. If the situation persists, visit a doctor to check for diabetes or overactive bladder.

Try lowering the heat in your bedroom. Try lighter weight blankets and pajamas, or sleeping on moisture-wicking sheets. In some cases frequent night sweats can indicate menopause, tuberculosis, heart or thyroid problems. See your doctor if your night sweats persist.

Soothing music to fall asleep is common. Some artists specialize in creating music just for inducing sleep and there's a whole industry emerging for music therapy. Aside from traditional tunes, music therapy can include nature sounds, white noise, or melodies played with soft, acoustic instruments.

If you do it within a few days; otherwise, it becomes almost impossible. The best recommendation is to adjust your lifestyle so you can develop regular and healthy sleep habits.

Naps less than 90-minutes will prevent you from waking up groggy and won't disrupt your sleep at night.

20 to 22 degrees Celsius (68 to 72 degrees Fahrenheit) should be comfortable. If not, continue to lower the temperature which will also save energy. You can try sleeping with a humidifier-as it makes a room feel cooler.

Listen to relaxing music. Try a few gentle stretches. Read uncomplicated material. Warm beverages like tea and soup broth also help. Avoid the news, intense discussion or thinking about the problems of the day. If you happen to have a lot on your mind, you might want to write a quick “to do” list for the next day. Sometimes writing a list allows your mind to release those thoughts and allow you to concentrate on sleeping.

Yes! When you're sleep deprived, the nutrients in your blood don't transmit to your skin as quickly, so you develop dark eye circles, bags under your eyes, and a washed out look.

Make sure it's clutter free, remove all signs of unfinished work and decorate so it induces relaxation; soothing light, attractive wall hangings and a dream bed with a comfortable and supportive mattress at the core.

You should always talk with your doctor honestly about any sleep issues and take their direction regarding sleeping pills.

You need at least 7 hours of healthy sleep. If you think you can get by on less, you're probably sleep deprived. Try sleeping for 8 hours three nights in a row and you'll notice a difference in the way you look and feel during the day.

Place a few drops of lavender oil on your pillow. Practice deep breathing. Create pleasant visualizations (a vacation in the tropics, etc.). For example, purchase a waterfall and plug it in before going to bed.

Aging alone doesn't cause sleep problems; however several factors relating to aging such as illness or pain, medication, lack of physical exercise, etc. contribute to adults not getting deep, restful sleep.

Bedtime snacks such as turkey and peanuts help produce serotonin, a chemical that promotes relaxation.

If noise is waking you up, try sleeping with ear plugs. If it's too light in your bedroom, cover your windows with heavy window treatments or wear a comfortable eye mask. If there's not enough room for you and your sleeping partner, consider getting a larger bed.