Beanie Books

Sleep Power When you sleep, a type of hormone that fights infections increases. That’s why a good night’s rest helps to prevent sickness — and speed up recovery when you are sick. Try these things if you are having trouble sleeping: Unwind at Night Make relaxation the star of your bedtime ritual. This means saving time to… Read Learning and Sleep Reading before bed is a quiet, relaxing activity that can prepare your body for sleep. Bonus? It may make you smarter. Getting solid sleep after learning something new improves your ability to recall those facts later on. Listen to soothing music Take a hot shower or sip a hot beverage (caffeine-free) Breathe slowly or meditate Steer clear of all devices before bedtime — including TV — it will only amp up your brain and make you feel restless. Calm Before Sleep If you get anxious trying to fall asleep, try low-key pre-bed activities: Read a paper (or Kindle) book by a familiar author. Listen to a favorite CD (...

Childish Behavior “Without enough sleep, we all become tall two-year-olds.” - JoJo Jensen, voice actor and author of Dirt Farmer Wisdom She’s not talking about the cute and cuddly kind. Studies show that poor sleep makes us irritable and short-tempered, so keep your cool with 7-9 hours of sleep tonight.  Click here to read about circadian rhythms .

Circadian Rhythms Did you know… Back in 400 BC, Androsthenes, scribe of Alexander the Great, described the movement of tamarind leaves — how they close at night and open during the day. Sound familiar? This is the first account of what’s now called circadian rhythms. Apply this ancient lesson by going to bed and waking up the same time each day. Sleep Shifts Did you know… In the 1600s, waking up in the middle of the night was the norm. People slept in 2 segments — and in between woke up to read, pray, and socialize. We’ve since found that a straight shot of sleep is better for daily rest and recovery.  Get some great sleep tips by clicking  right here . or... Click here to read Alexander the Great's final words .