Sleep calculator reveals exact time you should go to bed

If you struggle to wake up in the morning then this could be a handy tool to help you feel refreshed when your alarm goes off.

A new online sleep calculator has revealed the exact time you should go to bed to feel well rested.

If you struggle to wake up in the morning then this could be a handy tool to help you feel refreshed when your alarm goes off.

The sleep tool asks a number of questions to identify what sort of sleeper you are and how your daily routine could be impacting your sleep, The Sun reported.

First you’ll be asked your age - this is a helpful tool for parents who might want to help their little one get into a routine.

Age is an important factor when it comes to sleep as studies have previously shown that ageing can cause you to have a tougher time falling to sleep - which in turn means you might struggle to get up on time.

You’ll then be asked what time you want to wake up each day.

Are you getting enough sleep?

The NHS in the UK states that if you’re having trouble sleeping then you should try not to eat a big meal before bed.

This is because the body has to work to break the food down.

As part of the quiz you’ll also be asked when your biggest meal is and if you do exercise, what time of the day you do so.

The experts stated that most people like to eat a big dinner, but that if you’re doing this too close to bed then you might be hurting your sleep.

“By the time you’re ready for bed you’re experiencing a spike in blood sugar and an uncomfortable bloating sensation.

“Try eating a big breakfast and a smaller meal at night to help you sleep comfortably”, they said.

You’ll also be asked if you consume caffeine, drugs, nicotine, sleeping pills or alcohol.

The experts said that you should avoid tea, coffee, or energy drinks in the late afternoon as caffeine is a stimulant will keep you awake.

Activities that you do two hours before bed are also scrutinised such as reading, watching television or scrolling through your phone.

Studies have previously shown that looking at your phone or screens can interfere with your sleep due to the light omitted by the blue screens.

Some people have a harder time nodding off than others

“Bright lights at night-time can disrupt your sleep. Using your phone late at night can keep you awake and prevent you falling asleep on time.

“Try to switch off electronics and bright lights to prepare for bed.

“Watching television late at night has been linked to poor quality sleep and is most common for night owls.

“This is because TV screens emit a form of blue light that might cause the brain to become overactive. Our tip is to avoid watching television late at night on a regular basis”, they said.

You’ll also be asked if you ever have to get up in the night to go the toilet, because you’re too hot - or if you have been woken up by sound, light, movement or breathlessness.

Lastly you’ll be asked what position you sleep in, side, back or front.

The experts said that sleeping on your side is one of the most popular ways to sleep, but that you should be careful as your sleep position could harm your posture.

“Try to sleep with a straight back and your legs fully extended, this will relax your muscles and straighten your posture.

“Use a pillow that fits comfortably between your shoulder head while keeping your neck aligned with your spine to avoid pressure.

“You may also find it helpful to place a pillow or blanket between your knees to relieve tension on several joints”, the experts said.

The calculator will then reveal your results.

This article was originally published in The Sun and has been reproduced with permission.

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