Woman’s Day (Australia)

Bed itation

# TRENDING Forget clean eating, the new celeb trend is all about clean sleeping!

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Ever wondered how celebs get their glow? Sure, they have personal trainers and nutritioni­sts on speed dial, but the real secret to their youthful looks is “beditation”. And before you ask, yes, it’s a real thing and we know it works because it’s Gwyn-approved! “The lifestyle I lead is based not just on clean eating, but also on clean sleeping: at least seven or eight hours of good-quality sleep – and ideally even 10,” the actress says. So how exactly do you beditate?

UP YYOUR ‘SLEEP HYGIENE’

And d no, we d don’t mean you need to shower before bed, but rather, paying attention to your environmen­t is key. Opt for blackout curtains or try wearing an eye mask. Your bedding should also be clean and made, bedside tables dust-du and clutterfre­e – they’ret all too distr distractin­g. And we do don’t need to tell you again to ditch technology b before bed!

RELAX BEFORE E YOU REST

Train your internal clockk and reduce your odds of a restless sleep by practising night-time rituals that tell your brain to switch off and sleep as soon as you hit the pillow. Try having a bath with essential oils 45 minutes before bed,, or download the free app Relax Melodies: es: Sleep Sounds, White Noise & Fan, whichhich encourages restful, restorativ­e sleep.p. With relaxing sounds, melodies and d meditation­s to choose from, you’ll be snoring in no time…

NIX NIGHT-TIME ME SNACKING

That heavy, bloated feeling you get after devouring a big meal before bed is a beditation no-no. It’s vital to give your body time to digest dinner before you hit the hay, otherwise you’re asking for an interrupte­d, sluggish sleep. Instead, try a magnesium supplement to calm and relax your muscles, and sip o on a night-time herbal tea to aid d digestion as you sleep. We love, Bodhi Tranquilit­ea, $17, bodhiorgan­ictea.com

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