TOMORROW is Blue Monday, the most depressing day of the year. But one way to try to combat the winter blues is to get a good night’s sleep.
After the festivities, many people struggle to get back into a sound routine. And sleep is now the number one health priority, according to a new survey.
Today I look at ways to help you get some decent shut-eye . . .
AIR PURIFIER
AT first, I thought this sounded a bit gimmicky, but the DreamWell Humidifier by Blueair has transformed my sleep.
The machine delivers mist-free humidity that creates the ideal atmosphere for sleep.
You can add relaxing essential oils to an in-built aroma stone for a spa-inspired bedtime, too.
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A humidity level between 40 and 60 per cent relieves dryness for improved sleep.
It can also prevent the spread of airborne viruses.
And you can bung the parts in the dishwasher to keep it clean.
£169, blueair.co.uk
ADJUSTABLE PILLOW
NOT all pillows are created equal.
This Recharge one from Cloudpillo is adjustable. It starts off quite big and full, but if that’s not to your liking, you take out the microfibre filling until you get the comfort you want.
It is fully customisable, one layer filled with microfibre for softness and the other with memory foam flakes for support. So you no longer have to choose between comfort and proper alignment.
It also features a cooling outer cover that adapts to room temperature to ensure the pillow isn’t too hot or too cold.
It’s pricey but, for someone who struggles to find a pillow with the perfect squishiness, I thought it was worth it.
Comes with a “100 trial nights” guarantee.
£71.96, cloudpillo.co.uk
RECOVERY POWDER
MADE from a powder you simply add to hot water, F+NCTION’s new Calm Rest & Recovery drink contains 14 key ingredients, including amino acids, adaptogens, minerals and herbal extracts to target the body’s stress response and sleep pathways.
It includes ashwagandha extract, which lowers cortisol levels, and magnesium to help regulate GABA receptors for relaxation.
Reishi mushroom also modulates neurotransmitters and supports immune health, while L-Glycine helps decrease core body temperature and shorten the time it takes to fall asleep.
Basically, it’s sleep and recovery all rolled into one.
It has a lovely chocolate flavour but it’s slightly salty, which I love.
£32.99, seven-serving pouch, fnction.co.