Sleeping tips: Five ways to help you sleep better at night

Unwinding before going to bed can help a person get a better night’s sleep. Avoiding the use of screens before bed, such as televisions, mobile and tablets.

Try to go to bed at a fixed time. Also, you should also wake up at a fixed time every day as a fluctuating sleep schedule will hamper your sleep consistency. The sleep-wake cycle occurs naturally in the human body.

You should make every effort to adhere to regular bedtimes and wake-up times, including on the weekends.

Before going to bed, having a glass of warm milk may help you sleep better. However, take it at least 30 minutes before going to bed. Milk promotes restful sleep. Haldi (turmeric) can also be added to the milk.

A stimulant like caffeine can increase someone's energy and focus, which makes it more difficult to fall asleep and may also have an impact on the quality of one's sleep.

Naps are a good way to recharge yourself quickly, however, don't sleep for longer than 30 minutes. Also, it may be challenging to get to sleep at night if you frequently nap throughout the day. Also, avoid taking naps four hours before your designated bedtime.