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Healthy Aging: The Importance of Sleep
Healthy Aging: The Importance of SleepAll adults need between 7 and 9 hours of sleep each night. As we get older, getting this much sleep becomesmore difficult for many.Follow this checklist to help you get enough sleep each night.Do: Turn off the screens – TV – phone – tablet – computer. All of these electronic devices can keep you awakeand make it harder to fall asleep.Do: Get into a regular sleep pattern – go to bed at the same time each night and wake up at the same timeevery morning.Do: Keep your bedroom quiet, at a comfortable temperature (not too hot or cold) and with low lighting.Do: Get regular exercise during your day, just not close to bedtime. Exercise helps tire you out, making iteasier to sleep.Do not: Have caffeine or large meals close to bedtime. Caffeine helps to energize you, so skip that lateevening cup of coffee.Do not: Have alcohol close to bedtime. Most people think this helps you sleep but in fact, it does the opposite.Do not: Take an afternoon nap later in the day. This can throw off your ability to sleep that night.Do not: Use bright lights in your house as you prepare to sleep. Lower light levels will help to get you ready torest.Getting a good night's sleep is a great way to stay healthy as you age.Follow this checklist to help you get the right amount of sleep each night.This program is for informational purposes only. Publisher disclaims all guarantees regarding the accuracy, completeness,or suitability of this video for medical decision making. For all health related issues please contact your healthcare provider.VER60385A EN HealthyAgingTheImportanceofSleep.pdf© The Wellness NetworkPage 1 of 1
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