A Restful Environment
Your bedroom should feel like a sleep oasis — stress and distraction-free.
- The ideal room is cool and dark. Between 60 and 67 degrees, and the darker the better.
- Peace and quiet make for bedroom bliss. 74% of Americans think that quiet is crucial for getting good sleep.
- Choose the bedding (and sleep position) that’s best for you. A comfortable mattress is essential for good sleep.
- Declutter your bedroom. A messy room could cause sleep disorders.
- Pick the perfect pillow. Look for ones that are hypoallergenic.
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- Turn the temperature between 60 and 72 degrees.
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- Try to sleep for seven to nine hours a night.
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- Avoid alcohol, caffeine, and exercise before bed.
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The ideal bedroom temperature for sleeping is between 60 and 67 degrees Fahrenheit (15.5 and 19.4 degrees Celsius). Note that it’s higher for babies and toddlers.
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