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‘It works for me and it’s free!’: 18 tried-and-tested tips for better sleep
- The Guardian’s The Filter shares 18 reader-tested tips to improve sleep with practical, low-cost options.
- Tips range from hardware like neck massagers to environmental aids such as blackout eye masks.
- The piece notes the value of white noise and under-pillow speakers for winding down.
- Readers comment on temperature, bedding, and multi-tog duvets as seasonally adaptable sleep aids.
- Calming routines include decaf tea, lavender sprays, and sunset alarms to cue sleep.
- Audio and podcasts are recommended as soothing companions before bed for some readers.
- The article references science-backed sleep aids like magnesium and lavender accents for wind-down.
- Mental strategies such as counting or engaging in non-stressful tasks are highlighted to quiet the mind.
- The Guardian notes the piece includes reader experiences alongside expert-tested products and trends.
- Overall aim is to provide accessible sleep improvements that readers can try at home.
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