4 Tips to Help You Sleep Soundly

Sleep is one of the most important ways to renew your energy and stay healthy.

Here are four tips to help you get plenty of it.

• Plan your daily schedule so you go to bed at the same time each night and get up at the same time each morning.

• Don’t exercise too close to bedtime. A good rule of thumb is to stop physical activity two to three hours before sleep.

• In the evening, avoid heavy meals, spicy or sugary foods, and beverages with caffeine and sugar.

• The light from TVs, smartphones, tablets and computer screens can keep you from settling down for sleep. Plan some quiet, no-electronics time (two hours is ideal) as you’re getting ready for bed.