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No place for these five things in the bedroom

No place for these five things in the bedroom

 

The bedroom should be a real oasis of peace in every home. Therefore, in order to get a sound and healthy sleep, we need to inspect this room and get rid of things that deprive us of a comfortable rest.

 

Mobile phone

You have probably read more than once that the blue light from the screens of electronic devices interferes with human circadian biorhythms. If you do not want to suffer from insomnia, stop sleeping with your phone. Set an alarm on your watch and leave your phone in another room.

 

TV

Watching shows before bed is a bad idea. Precious hours from 9 pm to midnight fly by very unnoticed. It is the time when the body is filled with energy for the whole day. And, after watching a few episodes of your favorite series, you run the risk of oversleeping, depriving yourself of proper rest and strength the next day.

 

Uncomfortable pillow

Doctors advise never to save on a pillow. A poor-quality pillow can lead to headaches and problems with the neck and spine. The best fabrics for pillows are natural ones, such as cotton or high-density silk. As you know, the most physiologically healthy sleeping position is on the right side. A high pillow is suitable for this. As for the filler, the choice is very wide. If you and your family members do not suffer from allergies, then pay attention to classic pillows with down and feather filler. They are comfortable for sleeping and restore their shape well. A novelty among pillows with a natural filler is silk. They are filled with silk fibre (silk), which is natural and very comfortable for our body. The most economic option - pillows with synthetic filler. Their plus is that they do not cause allergies and are easy to wash.

 

A warm blanket

20 degrees is the most optimal temperature for sleep. If the bedroom is well heated and the blanket is too heavy and warm, it will be very difficult to fall asleep and have a good rest. There are blankets made of modern materials which do not create a “sauna effect” and remove moisture well; these are the ones to be preferred.

 

Dust collectors

Cleanliness in the bedroom is very important. The ancient Greek physician Hippocrates once said, “They do not get sick where it is clean.” Make sure you sleep in cleanliness. To do this, regularly carry out wet cleaning, as well as not allowing air which is too dry into the room. You need to vacuum not only the floor but also the curtains and the mattress. Remove pillows and blankets which are unnecessary at the moment. Get rid of all the things that collect dust in the bedroom – such as souvenirs, figurines, vases.

 

 

 

Safiya Fokina, As-Salam correspondent

2026-09-01 (Rabi-ul-awwal 1448) №9.


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