Why sleep is important
Although you may not associate sleep with losing weight, it is in fact a huge factor in helping you lose weight. Sleep allows our bodies to repair cells, help digest food, and even aid in burning fat by regulating our hormones that affect hunger and apetite. Sleeping a proper amount of hours everyday can help you in building and maintaining a healthy lifestyle, so don't ignore it.
How to sleep properly
In order to sleep properly, you must prepare for sleep beforehand. Avoid eating food too close to bed, preferably having your last meal a couple hours before you go to sleep, allowing your body enough time to break down foods just enough so it doesn't disturb you while you try to sleep. Make sure you are hydrated and avoid taking caffiene atleast 6 hours before bedtime. Try your best to avoid electronics close to bedtime and keep your bedroom dark and relaxing. And above all, be consistent with the time you go to bed and wake up, even on the weekends. Having set times can allow your body to build a habit to fall asleep and wake up easier at those times.