The ‘Snow Moon’ is almost here. Will it hurt your dream?

Orlando, Florida. – This weekend, the “Snow Moon” is expected to appear in the Florida night sky.

According to NASAThis term indicates a full moon that occurs in February, when there is usually a lot of snow, hence the nickname.

The last Snow Moon will grace the skies around 7:30 a.m. Saturday.

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However, this could make you sleep worse, according to one 2013 study.

The researchers found that around the time the full moon appears, subjects on average:

• I slept about 20 minutes less per night

• It took about 5 minutes longer to fall asleep

• saw about 30% less deep sleep

During the study, participants were unable to see the moon, so researchers ruled out the idea that moonlight could be causing lack of sleep.

According to the Sleep FoundationA possible cause of this phenomenon could be the Moon’s magnetic charge, which changes throughout its orbit around the Earth.

“Research now suggests that humans may be sensitive to low-level geomagnetic variations,” says the Sleep Foundation. “Other geomagnetic events (such as geomagnetic storms and the northern lights) that produce geomagnetic fluctuations comparable to the moon impact have been linked to a variety of health effects, including headaches, changes in pressure and blood flow. , heart rate variability and even heart rhythm disturbances. stroke.”

Another theory is that the Moon’s gravitational pull affects people like it does the tides, although scientists have said that any effect would be almost negligible, since humans do not have enough mass for this to be a problem.

Anyway, the Sleep Foundation offers some advice to improve the quality of your sleep, such as:

• Invest in better bedding: A supportive mattress and pillow can ensure your spine receives proper support, and high-quality sheets can keep you comfortable throughout the night.

• Block the light: Too much light exposure can disrupt your circadian rhythm, so using blackout curtains or a sleep mask can help block it.

• Take it easy: Setting your thermostat between 65 and 68 degrees can prevent you from being too hot or cold at night.

• Don’t sleep too much: Keep naps to around 20 minutes or less and try to take them in the early afternoon if necessary. Otherwise, you can throw your sleep schedule off balance.

• Disconnect devices: Tablets, smartphones, and computers can keep your brain connected and prevent your body from winding down for sleep.

• Be careful what you drink: Limit caffeine after 2 pm and try to avoid alcohol an hour before bed. Both substances can impair sleep quality.

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