Sleep, that elusive specter. You're supposed to get eight hours of it every day, but a lot of us don't. So we take drugs like caffeine to keep us perked up throughout the day. But then coffee and energy drinks can give us insomnia, so we take melatonin or Ambien to knock us out. We're always somewhere between active and exhausted. What gives?
If this more or less describes you, sleep experts say that it could be that you're sleeping "dirty." It may be weird to think of something as cerebral as sleep in terms of cleanliness, but sleep hygiene is a real thing recommended by neurologists and slumber experts. It can include everything from darkening the room to avoiding caffeine. And just like brushing your teeth or exfoliating your skin, maintaining good sleep hygiene can extend to other areas of health and well-being.
