Americans Struggle with Consistent Bedtimes, but This Simple Nightly Habit Could Change Everything

Luckily, the sentiment of "you can sleep when you’re dead" is no longer taken to heart. As more people prioritize personal health, proper sleep continues to become increasingly recognized as a nonnegotiable. Not getting enough sleep has been linked to a range of negative health outcomes, like cognitive decline, higher risk of heart disease, weight gain, and intense mood changes.

Still, when it comes to sleep, Americans are surprisingly disciplined about waking up but completely chaotic about actually hitting the hay.