ANCSLEEP BLOG

When trying to get good sleep, one of the best things that you can do is make sure that your environment is conducive for a good night's rest. Your environment should be cool, dark, and very quiet. In addition to those qualities, your room should be full of colors that encourage sleep such as blues, greens, and other softer hues. However you can also make sure that how your room smells helps you get good sleep as well. Essential oils can be very helpful when trying to create a sleeping environment conducive for  deep rest. This article will review the best essential oils for sleep.

The pandemic has come with its fair share of troubles, and sleep has been no exceptions. People all over the world have been struggling to get a good sleep pattern due to a variety of reasons. Schedules are simply not the same, and with the blending of home and work environments, it can be difficult to relax enough in your sleeping environment to get solid rest. This has led to a rise in the use of melatonin. However, melatonin is not the cure all supplement for sleep that it seems. Here we will discuss the rise of melatonin and its potential complications. 

Melatonin is a natural hormone that is produced by the body at night. It is controlled by the amount of light that is allowed into the eye. It helps the body wind down and get ready for bed. Sometimes, when the body does not produce enough melatonin, there are exogenous options, or melatonin pills that can help those who are having trouble falling asleep. However, those supplements come with some potential problems of which you need to be aware. Continue reading to find out some things about melatonin that should give you pause before depending heavily on that supplement for good sleep. 

The midday slump is the antithesis of getting things done during the day. It can happen mid morning to mid afternoon as you're counting down the time to be done. Maybe you are a student and trying to stay awake in class. Or, perhaps you're in meetings all day and finding it hard to stay awake. Here are some tips to stay productive and alert when you start to get tired. 

Has your sleep been turned upside down? Or maybe you've never gotten good sleep. Either way, it's essential to get the recommended 7-9 hours of sleep. Without it, you put yourself at risk for sleep deprivation, which leads to excessive daytime sleepiness, mood dysregulation, trouble concentrating and memory problems. Here are some ways to turn your sleep habits around, or maybe even develop them, so you can get optimal sleep. 

Falling asleep at work can be embarrassing and calls for disciplinary action, especially if you work in a place that absolutely requires your devote attention (e.g. schools, warehouse, etc.). Sometimes it feels like this enormous weight of sleep is upon you and there is nothing you can do but succumb to it. If it happens every now and again then it may be behavioral. But, if it's happening all the time, that can be cause for concern. Continue reading to find out why you may be falling asleep at work and how to prevent it. 

Adjustable beds can be fantastic and offer a lot of great features, especially for those that share a bed with a partner. Knowing the right type of adjustable base bed frames offers you more freedom when it comes to choosing your sleeping position. They are definitely on the rise, and if these beds are attractive to you, then there are some pros and cons to think about before making the investment. 

Comfort is a huge part of getting good quality sleep. If you are uncomfortable, then chances are you spend more time tossing and turning than actually getting decent sleep. Adults are recommended to get 7-9 hours of sleep in order to properly function. Part of ensuring that you're getting that time is making sure when you're in bed, you're getting great sleep. Part of that is finding either the right mattress or right mattress topper. Continue reading to find out how to choose the best bed for you! 

Alaskan winters are characterized by a lot of darkness. This makes it easier to go to sleep at night, but waking up can be a struggle. However, if you work a standard 8-5 job, are in school, or do anything that requires you to wake up energized, then these dark mornings may be quite the struggle. Here are a few things you can do to help you wake up energized, even if it's dark and cold outside. 

Your sleeping environment truly determines what kind of rest you get. The mattress, sheets, temperature, lighting and sound are all parts of the environment that stand out, but what about the air quality? That can be a part of the environment that almost seems invisible but can have enormous effects on our health. One of the aspects of air quality that can truly affect us is the presence of mold. The unfortunate part about mold is you don't see it until you do. But by then, it could have already caused many problems. Continue reading to find out more about mold in the bedroom and what you can do.