Five Things You Might Not Think of that Can Cause Poor Sleep

There are many things that can cause poor sleep, and the study of sleep is remarkably complex. Most are well-known. But here are some you might not have thought of.

Tiny Sleeping Partners

When you sleep, skin cells fall off. Bed bugs like to eat these cells, which are very small. Even though these bugs don’t make nests, they like to hide together in warm places like mattresses. They can also move from one room to another, and one sign of a bed bug infestation is insomnia. And when they take over, it can be so bad that you have to throw out your bedding. But not if you hire a company like A+ Pest Control for an emergency bed bug inspection.

Biological Washing Detergent

Usually, there are two kinds of detergent you can use to clean your clothes and sheets. There are biological and non-biological ones. Non-bio detergent has enzymes. When these things are mixed with certain chemicals, they start chain reactions or speed them up. They work well to get rid of tough stains. But some of them can also make a small number of people itch. Itching can keep you from sleeping by waking you up through the night, especially if your room is too hot.

Temperature Can Cause Poor Sleep

In addition to temperature, a room that is too hot can really mess up your sleep patterns. During the day, you might need to keep the temperature around 72 degrees Fahrenheit. At night, things are different. Most experts agree that when you sleep, your room’s temperature should be at least 10 degrees lower than your usual setting. This is because when you sleep, your body heats up. On top of that, your bedding keeps more heat in. So try to make your room cooler.

Your Sleeping Position

There has always been some disagreement about how to sleep. Some people sleep on their backs, some on their sides, and some on their fronts. And depending on your needs, one of these is usually more comfortable than the other. But how well you sleep can also depend on how you lie down. If you have sleep apnea, acid reflux, or back pain, a wedge pillow may help you sleep better. It works by keeping your chest and head raised to keep you from waking.

Increased Depression and Anxiety

Lastly, everyone knows that depression and anxiety can make it hard to fall asleep. But you might not know you have either one of these. For example, you might be depressed if you find ways to stay up late, like watching TV until the wee hours of the morning. Or, you might have anxiety if you lie awake thinking about the same thing over and over. It’s not easy to deal with depression and anxiety. So talk to your doctor and ask for advice about how to sleep.

Summary

Often, there isn’t a single cause of poor sleep. And you can do multiple things to get better rest. Keeping your bedding clean helps, as does temperature control and addressing mental health.

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Mia Guerra

Mia Guerra

Executive Editor at Chispa Magazine
Executive Editor at Chispa Magazine, Mia Guerra is a writer at heart. Regardless the topic, she loves to investigate, encourage, and ruminate on topics that can make us better people. Aiming to live a Proverbs 31 life, Mia is ecstatic to be following her calling with Chispa. At home she is her husband's sidekick and together they are raising a God-fearing family in Atlanta.

Mia Guerra

Executive Editor at Chispa Magazine, Mia Guerra is a writer at heart. Regardless the topic, she loves to investigate, encourage, and ruminate on topics that can make us better people. Aiming to live a Proverbs 31 life, Mia is ecstatic to be following her calling with Chispa. At home she is her husband's sidekick and together they are raising a God-fearing family in Atlanta.