Six Signs That You Need More ZZZs

How do you know if you need more sleep? Obvious answer: you’re tired. But what if you’re not tired? Does that mean you’re getting enough sleep? Unfortunately, not necessarily. Lack of sleep can affect a lot more than just feeling tired or drowsy. It can impact everything from how you feel to how you look – and we don’t mean just looking sleepy.

It’s recommended most adults get around eight hours of sleep a night. But even if you’re lying in bed for eight hours, are you really sleeping? And even then, are you sleeping well? That’s why we recommend Sleep Well Gummies from Forever Well. They’re tasty, vegan and packed with premium ingredients like melatonin, L-theanine and natural botanicals to help you get to sleep faster and stay asleep longer. But there’s so much more you can do to ensure you get that rejuvenating, refreshing and relaxing sleep you’re dreaming of – or not dreaming of if you can’t get to sleep in the first place. So, how do you know if you need more ZZZs?

Falling Asleep Too Fast or Too Slow

This one is kind of tricky. But if you’re knocking out as soon as your head hits the pillow, or you’re lying awake for more than 30 minutes, you’re probably not getting enough sleep. It should take about 10 or 20 minutes to fall asleep for the average healthy person with a normal sleep schedule. That’s very subjective though, and everyone is going to behave a little differently. What you should be more concerned with is, are you falling asleep: watching TV, sitting in boring meetings, riding in the car or reading blogs about getting enough sleep? Or are you finding it hard to fall asleep after 30 minutes, an hour, two hours, or even lying awake all night? That’s all probably because you’re not getting enough sleep on a regular basis.

How to fix it? Consistency. Try going to sleep at the same time every night and waking up around the same time every morning. Your body and mind will get used to this schedule and soon you’ll be drifting off to sleep at the right pace. And if you need a little help getting that sleep, check out delicious and vegan Sleep Well Gummies from Forever Well.

Lack of Sleepy Time = Lack of Sexy Time

Or in other words: good sleep should mean good sex. If you find yourself with a lower than average sex drive, it could mean that a lack of sleep is hurting your libido. Not only can poor sleep lead to erectile dysfunction in men, but it can also wreak havoc on hormone production in men and women. All this leads to lowering your sex drive and making it harder to get in the mood. So, try getting some better, longer sleep, and it won’t be the only thing you enjoy doing in the bedroom.

You’re a Caffeine Fiend

It makes sense – you’re not getting enough sleep, you’re tired all the time, so you reach for that extra cup of coffee, neon-colored energy drink or sugar-filled soda. Then you’re all wired up and can’t get to sleep, so you drink more caffeine the next day. It’s a vicious cycle, and you find yourself relying on caffeine just to make it through the day. While we won’t tell you caffeine is bad for you, too much of anything isn’t healthy. You drink caffeine because you’re tired, but that same caffeine can make it harder to go to sleep, thus making you more tired. So, cut back on the caffeine, especially after noon, and you’ll find that you have an easier time falling asleep. And more sleep means less caffeine (and also better sex, see the previous sign for a reminder).

Look at Yourself!

Not to be dramatic, but one of the best signs of not getting enough sleep is your physical appearance. Lack of sleep can lead to acne breakouts, wrinkles, bags under your eyes, dark circles, puffiness and generally hurt your skin’s appearance. Lack of sleep has also been shown to cause weight gain and make it harder to lose that weight even when dieting and exercising. Is staying up late and getting poor-quality sleep worth the toll it’s taking on your skin and overall health and wellness? No way! Get better sleep and don’t just feel better, but look better too!

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Is Somebody Cranky?

Children need more sleep; that’s why we make them take naps. While you’re not a child anymore (depending on who is reading this), you still need enough sleep to keep your mood in check. From mood swings to depression and anxiety, a lack of sleep can significantly impact anger, frustration, irritability, sadness and more. It’s simple: if you sleep good, you’ll feel good.

Forgetful and Unfocused

A lesser-known sign of a sleep deficiency is struggling to remember or focus on things. Deep, restful sleep, or REM sleep, is important to helping the brain reinforce information to recall it later. Lack of sleep or poor sleep can hinder your memory and make it increasingly harder to stay focused on even the most basic tasks.

Fix Your Sleep

The answer to a lot of these signs is: get better sleep more often. But how do you get better sleep?

• Enjoying even a short walk can help you burn off energy and unwind to make it easier to fall asleep.
• Avoid alcohol and tobacco – especially before bed. These stimulants can make it harder to fall asleep. Plus, drinking and smoking less is usually good advice for your general health.
• Try a quality health supplement designed to help facilitate a better night’s sleep like Sleep Well Gummies from Forever Well. Specially formulated with key ingredients, including melatonin, chamomile, lemon balm, Passiflora and more, these delicious vegan gummies can help you get the better sleep needed to live the happy and healthy lifestyle you desire.
• If you’re a heavy snorer or wake up multiple times a night, talk to your doctor about sleep apnea and see if treatment is necessary to help you improve your nightly sleep and overall health and wellness.

However you get more sleep, make sure it’s the deep, restful, REM sleep you need to live and feel better. Quality, sufficient sleep is one of the best things you can do for your health because it creates a strong foundation on which all other healthy lifestyle changes can flourish.