Optimize your bedroom environment

Many people believe that the environment and setup of their bedroom are important factors in having a good night's sleep. Temperature, noise, exterior lighting, and furniture arrangement are some of these factors.

External noise, particularly road-noise, has been linked to poor sleep and long-term health problems in numerous studies. In one research on women's bedroom environments, about half of the participants reported improved sleep quality when noise and light were reduced. Try to keep external noise, light, and artificial lights from devices like alarm clocks to a minimum in your bedroom. Another factor you must not underestimate is temperature. According to one study, bedroom temperature had a greater impact on sleep quality than external noise. Increased body and bedroom temperature have been shown in numerous research to reduce sleep quality and increase wakefulness. Most people seem to consider 70°F (20°C) to be a pleasant temperature, however, this depends on personal preferences and habits.