Getting a good night's sleep is hugely important for many reasons - it determines how focused you are throughout the day, and how you'll sleep the next evening.But for many people, it's difficult to drift off at night, as things like work, stress and family life can really impact your quality of sleep.However, one sleep expert says that doing a simple task in your bedroom before you go to sleep can not only help you fall asleep faster - it can also help you sleep more soundly too.
Carl Walsh, sleep expert and founder of Bed Guru, says that cleaning your house - particularly your bedroom - can do wonders for your sleep quality as we head into autumn.
He said: "Your sleep environment plays a crucial role in the quality of your sleep. There is evidence to suggest that a dirty and cluttered bedroom can be linked to poor quality sleep.
Piles of clothes, scattered belongings and a messy bed aren't conducive to a relaxing sleep environment. "An untidy bedroom can make you feel more stressed, leading to an increase in stress hormones like cortisol.
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