Let's experience it. We reside in a "go-go" world! Our way of lifestyle is quick-paced, our meals is quick and research now display it's getting a cost on one of the most essential areas of our life--our rest. Try these guidelines for better rest and see if you can lastly get some excellent turn eye.

The 2002 National Sleep Foundation (NSF) Sleep in America poll found that 74 percent of American adults are experiencing a sleeping problem a few nights a week or more, 39 percent get less than seven hours of sleep each weeknight, and more than one in three (37 percent) are so sleepy during the day that it interferes with daily activities. Our fast paced way of life is getting the best of us. What about you?

Answer True or False?
1. Five hours of sleep at night is good enough.

2. It's ok to skimp on sleep during the work week as long as you make up the time over the weekends.

3. The effects of sleep deprivation are short-term (e.g., darkness under the eyes and dull and/or splotchy skin after a bad night's sleep) and has no effect on long-term health. 

4. Drinking caffeine early in the evening does not affect sleep.

5. Keeping a TV or computer in the bedroom has no effect on sleep.

6. The amount of sleep I get has nothing to do with my weight, chronic pain, or overall health.

If you answered "true" to two or more questions you may need to make a few changes in order to achieve the highly coveted "good" night's sleep and keep yourself in optimal health.

Experts suggest that most people need between seven and nine hours of sleep each night but that doesn't apply to everyone. Some people only require six hours while those who are more active or have an illness may require more.

So how do you know if you are getting enough quality sleep?
Those who are rest lacking often look the part. Under eye groups and the "sleepy" look are common, but they also can have unforeseen emotions, sleepiness during the day, have problems focusing, inadequate natureal defenses and restore badly from damage. Appearing a little too familiar?

In fact, inadequate rest has been found to damage the capability to execute projects including storage, studying and sensible thinking. This may promote faults or unsatisfied prospective at university or on the job as well as sprained connections at home. Even more distressing, insufficient volumes of rest have been attached to an improved risk of diabetic issues, hypertension, excess weight, being overweight, heart problems and depressive disorder, to name just a few.

But what if you go to bed beginning, have every objective on signing in your seven to nine hours but only to lie alert viewing time...eyes wide open? Well, there are several simple improvements you can make to collection the cards in support of a better evening of rest.

1. Avoid watching TV before bed...especially in bed!
The bed should be reserved for two things...sleep and romance...not Desperate Housewives or football! Research shows that those who experienced the most sleep disturbances had televisions in their bedrooms and used the TV to fall asleep.

2. Try a different pillow or mattress.
It's scary to think how long some of us have been sleeping on the same pillows and mattresses for years and years. Does your mattress provide the support you like? Do you wake with your back aching? Is there enough room for you and your sleep partner? Do you sleep better, or worse, when you sleep away from home? These are all things to ask yourself to determine if your mattress could be the "sabotager" of your good night's sleep. Or more simply, just replacing your pillow with a new, fresh, higher quality version could be all that you need.

3. Avoid caffeine late in the day.
Did you know that even a small amount of caffeine even 10-12 hours before bedtime can cause problems falling asleep! Try eliminating the tea, soda and even chocolate and see if sleep improves.

4. Listen to relaxing music.
Establishing a relaxing bedtime routine, such as listening to music, could be just the thing you need to signal your body it is time to sleep. So, dim the lights and throw some slow jazz or purchase a "relaxing sounds" CD to help slow your mind and body down for an evening of peaceful sleep.

5. Try mind- body techniques.
After an action-packed day, your brain and body need to unwind and detox before sleep can occur (a.k.a. you need to chill!) Create a "ritual" for bedtime - take a bath, meditate, do some easy stretches or yoga. Try to do your "ritual" in the same way, in the same place, at the same time each night. The repetition will trigger your mind and body that it is time to relax and sleep.

6. Try a natural sleep aid.
For many people, while the above tips and suggestions may help, it often isn't enough. if you are one of those people who really have a hard time getting to sleep and staying asleep, you may want to try a natural sleep aid.

While over the counter sleep medications may help you fall asleep, they cannot be taken long-term and many have risky side effects. A sleep aid that uses natural ingredients is a better approach to getting a solid night's sleep.