Reading a book before bed improves sleep quality and mental health. In the article, we will understand why reading a book before bedtime is much more useful than scrolling the phone screen.
Benefits of reading a book before bed
Reading a book about 30 minutes or 1 hour before bed helps you fall asleep.
According to the study, 42% of the group reported falling asleep faster and improving the quality of their sleep.
Therefore, a book is the best way to relax before going to bed and induce a feeling of drowsiness.
However, only a regular, paper book is suitable for reading before bedtime.
Electronic gadgets, including e-readers, emit a blue spectrum of radiation that destroys the sleep hormone melatonin. This makes it difficult for a person to sleep.
It's best to put your phone or tablet down 2 hours before bed.
Why you should read a book before bed
Reading in the evening has a number of advantages:
- Reduced stress levels;
- Getting rid of obsessive thoughts;
- Relaxation of the brain;
- Improvement of cognitive functions.
Quality sleep solves many problems: both physical and psychological.
