Sleep The Extra Pounds Away

Filed under: Fitness , Food and Nutrition , Celebrities and Entertainment Bad news, insomniacs: Sleepless nights can lead to weight gain and even obesity . But knowing you need to get more sleep is one thing — it’s an entirely different story when you find yourself between the sheets tossing and turning, stressing about the fact that you just can’t sleep. If slumber sometimes eludes you, here are a few healthy habits you can adopt to help you get more rest — for the sake of your sanity and your waistline: Get some exercise . It helps — really, it does! Exercise helps burn off energy, which helps you fall asleep. In fact, most diligent exercisers will tell you they have a

really hard time falling asleep if they don’t exercise. Do Yoga. It helps calm the mind and relax the muscles, which is exactly what you need when you’re settling down for a snooze. Drink tea. We’re talking herbal tea, of course. A warm cup of herbal tea is a great way to wind down before bed. An added bonus? It’s naturally calorie-free. Don’t drink coffee. Well, you can, but make sure you cut yourself off at around 3 p.m. for sure. Eat light. A big meal before bed will keep you up well into the night, so keep it small and simple when you’re noshing in the evenings.Health Blog | Health Blog | Health Blog

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Sleep The Extra Pounds Away