Sleep tips for shift workers

Working late night shifts can have a huge impact on your biological clock and sleeping habits. Maintaining a regular sleeping pattern is vital for good health.* If your work schedule is affecting your body clock, here are a few tips to get you back on track:

• Aim for at least four hours’ sleep at the same time each night (e.g. 3am-7am) to keep your body clock regular
• Try foods such as banana or lettuce which contain natural substances to help you sleep
• Avoid caffeine, large meals or strenuous exercise in the three to four hours before going to bed
• Use the weekend or ‘off’ days to get some extra recovery sleep
• Create the right bedroom environment. Try blackout curtains and double glazing to eliminate daylight and noise
• Invest in a mattress which will provide the comfort and support your body needs to give you the best chance of getting sound, quality sleep. Vogue Beds’ Sports Therapy mattresses use advanced AIRFLOW^{technology to enhance ventilation and keep your body cool. Meanwhile, multi-zone foam alleviates pressure points, ease aches and pains and carry you off to sleep with ease.}