Eternity Health Pillar One: Optimal Sleep
/When it comes to our health, it’s all about getting back to the basics. First things first, you must create an environment that will allow the body to heal. These basic measures are what we call the Pillars of Health at Eternity Health. They are simple methods to implement into everyday life that go hand in hand to optimize your health. We want to share all four pillars with you these coming weeks but let’s dive into the first pillar, Achieving Optimal Sleep.
While sleep requirements vary slightly from person to person, most healthy adults need between 7 to 9 hours of sleep per night to restore their bodies and function at their best. Getting the proper sleep is crucial for amplifying your health.
Not only is sleep refreshing, but it also helps with problem-solving, finding solutions, making connections, strengthening immunity, reducing the risk of infection, growing, and learning. There are so many benefits to getting a good night’s sleep. Here are some of the methods we suggest for getting a goodnight’s sleep every night:
Download the Calm App:
The #1 app for sleep, meditation and relaxation. It offers a wide variety of downloadable meditations, and sleep stories to help you rest easy or relax. Download App!
The Wim Hof Method:
A combination of meditation, breathing exercises, and exposure to cold that can help you regulate your stress levels.People who practice Wim’s method often report that their sleep quality is improved, and that they are feeling more energetic during the day. Learn More! You can follow local Santa Barbara Greg Spivak who teaches the Wim Hof Breathing Method on Instagram @ofx_coach.
SugarBear Sleep Gummies:
An easy-to-use, scientifically formulated, vegan vitamin complex designed to help you sleep! Formulated with Melatonin, the berry-flavored chewable gummies also include our proprietary Rest Well Blend consisting of Lemon Balm Leaf, Passion Flower, Valerian Root, and 5-HTP. ORDER NOW at AMI!
Lemon Balm:
An herb that soothes symptoms of stress, to help you to relax, and boost your mood. Combining lemon balm with valerian may help relieve restlessness and generate a more peaceful sleep. Buy Now!
Removing Blue-Light:
Being continuously connected to digital technologies could contribute to blue-light induced headaches, sore or tired eyes, and stiff necks. During the day you can wear blue-light blocker glasses or put away your technology an hour before bed to protect your eyes and reduce oxidative stress. Check them out!
Journaling Before Bed:
Journaling allows you to get any racing or stressful thoughts out of your mind before hitting the pillow. It reduces bedtime worry and stress, while increasing sleep time and quality. We suggest setting aside 15 minutes each night for writing about a recent positive experience, or composing a gratitude list. Get your 5 Minute Journal!