Quality sleep is very crucial to our health and can reduce our risk of developing certain diseases and illnesses. The required period for sleep is between 7 to 9 hours, but that may not always be the case as we struggle with our day to day activities.

Although we can always find a way around this and develop certain strategies to help get the best sleep, one of which involves food.

Read on to see various changes you can make to your diet that have sleep enhancing qualities.

Almonds

Research shows that eating almonds regularly lowers our risk of developing chronic diseases and heart diseases. They contain healthy magnesium, monosaturated fat, fibre and antioxidants which makes them an excellent source of nutrients. Consuming a reasonable amount of magnesium helps improve sleep quality especially for those with insomnia.

Chamomile tea

This tea contains apigenin, an antioxidant that binds to certain receptors in your brain promoting sleepiness and reducing insomnia. Studies have shown that people who drink chamomile tea regularly experienced better sleep than those who do not, so this is worth trying.

Kiwi Fruit

Eating kiwi fruit several hours before going to bed can promote better sleep and this is due to their serotonin content. This is a brain chemical that helps regulate your sleep cycle.

Water Melon

Watermelons primarily contain water and eating this can keep you hydrated and also reduce post-dinner hunger pains due to fibre and volume.

Dark Chocolate

Dark chocolate is also rich in serotonin, perfect for relaxing your body and mind, thus stimulating good sleep.

If you are struggling with getting better sleep, then try one of these today and be sure to leave comments on your experience.

There are so many fun ways to brighten and decorate your bedroom; one of the most prominent ways, however, is with the use of bedsheets! Depending on the colour and design, your bedsheets can give your room a whole new look!

Colours

One of the great things about bedsheets is there is no limit to the colours available. Each colour would have a unique effect on your room. If you have a small room and would want to make it appear bigger, then go for bright colours as it gives the illusion of an expanse of space.

Patterns

Patterns play a key role in determining the vibrancy of your bedroom. Two major patterns that would give your room an overall beautiful look are floral and 3D designs.

• FLORA

    There are endless possibilities with floral designs, from Roses to Tuplis, Lilys and Sunflowers, each floral design is unique and beautiful in its own right, and can add magic to your bedroom! But despite how beautiful floras are, you have to be very careful when picking the design, because they have the ability to break or make the look of your room. Large floral prints tend to ruin the look of your room so go for smaller prints of flowers, and also pay close attention to the colour mixture!

• 3D DESIGNS

If your room is neutral and simple, don’t be afraid to go bold with a wide range of 3D designs! The mixture of bold colours and real looking Prints is exactly what you need to add some character to your space!

One last tip, don’t be afraid to play with prints and texture. Mix a plain sheet with a patterned or stripe duvet cover, after all the most unexpected pairing, are always the most beautiful. Dare to be bold! Visit our website at www.bedsheetsexpress.com to shop an assortment of beautiful sheets in various designs!