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A survey completed by Allure Magazine reported that 71% of women think they don't get enough sleep.

Do you struggle with falling asleep or staying sleep through the night. Do you feel refreshed when you wake up in the morning, even after resting for 6 to 8 hours?

An article written in October 2010 by Dr. Mercola reported that impaired sleep patterns can cause stress disorders which may lead to heart disease, stomach ulcers, constipation, and/or mood disorders. Regular loss of sleep makes you age faster and chronic insomnia can make any illness
more severe.

Here are a few natural remedies/tips that you may like to try to get you moving towards a good nights' rest. Please note that you may want to consult a doctor if you actually suffer from chronic insomnia, as this could be a symptom of a more serious condition.

Yoga- Deep breathing, meditation, and stretching right before you go to bed

Aromatherapy- Lavender, chamomile, and ylang ylang are considered to be relaxing and calming scents perfect for putting you to bed. Try adding an oil to a warm bath, or a lavender sachet underneath your pillow.

Music- If you have a smart phone, you can typically find apps that are for helping you wind down or sleep through the night. Put on some quiet meditation music to get you to doze off.

Focus on the positive- Instead of looking over bills, work projects, and calendar events, try reading something spiritual and uplifting. This will relax your mind and prep you for a good nights' sleep.

Wind Down- Instead of watching tv until you pass out in the bed, try some of the ideas mentioned above and try to wind down about an hour before you head to bed.

Bad habits to avoid prior to heading to bed - anything that is stimulating; bad foods, caffeine, alcohol, rigorous work-outs, stressful activities, showers, television, etc.

*****Not feeling refreshed when you wake up and look like you've been through the ringer? Try these simple tips to give you a morning glow, even though you feel like crap! Sweet dreams.

EyeSlices- great natural product that have proven to work within five minutes of use. This miracle worker is able to reduce redness, puffiness, and tired eyes.

Tea Bags- try placing cold tea bags either over your closed eyes or on the puffiness of your eyes to reduce swelling

Cucumber Slices- place two slices of cucumbers on closed eyes to add moisture and to soothe

Wet Washcloth- freeze before bed and place on eyes for about five minutes

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