The Sweet Smell of Sleep
Looking for ways to get high quality sleep? Try the calming aroma of lavender and/or camomile. Some research has shown that these scents (or a combination thereof) may help reduce stress, put your body in a restful state and promote high quality sleep. Seven to eight hours of high quality sleep play a critical role in optimal health. Some of the benefits of high quality sleep include:
- Weight loss
- Assist with appetite control
- Energy improvement
- Stress relief
- Improves immunity
- Promotes production of lean calorie-burning muscle mass
- Optimal performance during exercise
- Maximum results for race/competitive sporting event
Here are a few ways to use lavender and/or camomile as you prepare for sleep:
- Add lavender/camomile bath float to warm bath water
- Apply a light layer of lavender/camomile body butter or lotion on entire body
- Use lavender/camomile pillow mist on pillow/bed area
Sweet dreams.
For optimal fitness results, balance exercise with healthy nutrition and high quality sleep.
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