With an alarm clock, you will not be disturbed unnecessarily during the night or be tempted to check your smartphone if you wake up.

Source: Vidensråd for forebyggelse, søvn og sundhed (2017)

Get up and go to bed at the same time every day – including the weekend. This helps you balance your body clock and accustoms your body to feeling tired at the same time every night.

Source: Vidensråd for forebyggelse, søvn og sundhed (2017)

It is a bad idea to work or answer emails in bed. The artificial screen light can significantly prevent you from falling asleep. The bed should only be used for sleep – with the exception of sex, of course.

Source: Vidensråd for forebyggelse, søvn og sundhed (2017)

Physical activity improves the quality of our sleep, although vigorous physical activity right before bedtime is not a good idea.

Source: Vidensråd for forebyggelse, søvn og sundhed (2017)

Investing in blackout curtains and ensuring a cool temperature are a very good idea. The darker your surroundings are when you go to sleep, the deeper your sleep will be.

Source: Vidensråd for forebyggelse, søvn og sundhed (2017)

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