Add 1/2 tsp (2.5 g) of powdered turmeric to your coffee grounds before brewing them. You can also add 1/2 tsp (2.5 g) of cinnamon to the grounds to enhance both the flavor and the health benefits, if desired. Then, simply brew your coffee as usual and enjoy. Squeeze the juice from half of a lemon into a mug. Add ¼ to ½ teaspoon (1.25 to 2.50 g) of powdered turmeric to the mug, then fill it with warm water. Sweeten the drink with honey, if desired. Stir the mixture thoroughly, and enjoy. Turmeric milk, also called golden milk, is served as a health tonic in India. Make your own by warming 1 cup (237 mL) of whole milk and ½ cup (118 mL) of water in a saucepan over low heat. Stir in ½ tsp (2.5 g) of powdered turmeric and boil the mixture for 10 minutes. Turn off the heat and blend in a dash of fresh-ground black pepper. Add a pinch of ground turmeric to any smoothie for a nutrition boost. Or blend 2 cups (275 g) of carrots, 1 large ripe banana, 1 cup (140 g) of pineapple, 1/2 cup (120 mL) of carrot juice, 1 1/2 cups (360 mL) of water, 1 cup (240 mL) of almond milk, 1 Tbsp (14.8 g) of lemon juice, 1/2 Tbsp (7.4 g) of fresh ginger, and 1/4 tsp (1.25 g) of powdered turmeric for a refreshing and healthy smoothie. Turmeric tastes best added to sweet juices, like mango or pineapple. Simply stir ½ tsp (2.5 g) of powdered turmeric into your favorite juice or juice blend, like apple, carrot, or white grape juice.

Summary: Brew turmeric into your coffee. Add turmeric to warm lemon water. Make a cup of warm turmeric milk. Blend turmeric into a smoothie. Mix turmeric into sweet fruit juice.


If you want the true hotel experience, invest in high thread count sheets and go all white.   White is a symbol of luxury and an all white bed will make you feel luxurious and relaxed. White looks clean and inviting and will alter your mind and body to give you a quality rest. Sheets that are 300 thread count or higher will have a large impact on how comfortable you are and how well you rest. When you are comfortable you get better sleep. Invest in a few different types of pillows. Hotels offer a range of pillow types to give you the freedom to choose and an ultra-plush experience.   Don’t overdo it. But create a variety with feather and down, down-alternative, and a boudoir pillow. These options give you variety and allow you to arrange pillows in a way that makes you feel comfortable and swaddled. Five pillows is a good balance. No amount of preparation and attention to precise detail will counter an uncomfortable mattress.   To truly get that floating on a cloud hotel bed feeling, invest in a mattress that is right for you. Whether it’s a foam, feather, or adjustable mattress. Find one that provides you with the most comfort. If you don’t get a sound rest and feel comfortable, you’ll be tossing and turning all night, ruining all your hard work. You’ve been diligent and done a lot of hard work to make your bed look perfect and inviting. Make going to bed a ritual that allows you to enjoy your work.  When it’s time for bed, dim the lights. Light a candle, or turn on an aroma diffuser. Then slowly pull back the sheets and enjoy the crisp inviting fabric as you slip into bed. to further enhance your nighttime ritual, get rid of any blue light sources. Blue light throws off our body’s circadian rhythm and prevents you from sleeping properly. Blue light is often found in screens from our phones, tablets, and computers. Instead of falling asleep to the TV, read a book.

Summary: Consider the color scheme. Add more pillows. Invest in your mattress and bedding. Add a DIY turndown service ritual.


If you are diagnosed with sleep apnea, the most common treatment is to use a continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine to help regulate your breathing. A CPAP machine may take some getting used to, but it will allow you to get a full night’s rest.  Ask your doctor about other devices as well. There are a number of appliances and devices other than the CPAP that may help keep your nose and throat open and help prevent sleep apnea. These include tapes that help open the nose or head straps that keep your jaw forward. Make sure that you talk to your physician and dentist before you try any devices. They will be able to give you recommendations on the best devices available. . If you are overweight, then losing weight may significantly improve or even cure your sleep apnea. To lose weight, you will need to burn more calories than you consume. Doing things like keeping a food diary to keep track of calories, eating more fruits and vegetables, and replacing high calorie beverages with water can all help. Talk to your doctor for recommendations on a weight loss plan that will work for you. Exercise can help you lose weight and help to maintain cardiovascular health, but it can also help ease the symptoms of sleep apnea. Start out easy and work your way up into more strenuous exercise. Start by trying to get 30 minutes of moderate activity, such as a brisk walk, at least 5 days a week.  You can also join a gym or do aerobics, strength training, yoga, tai chi, or chi gong.  Find something that you enjoy so that you will stick with it. The way that you sleep can also aggravate sleep apnea. Avoid sleeping on your back because this can cause your throat muscles to tighten up and your tongue to drop back into your throat. This will increase the risk of sleep apnea. Try sleeping on your side with a pillow propped behind your back to keep you from rolling onto your back. . Smoking can make sleep apnea worse, so it is important to quit smoking if you have sleep apnea. If you are a smoker, ask your doctor about smoking cessation programs in your area. Many communities offer low or no cost help to quit smoking. Alcohol and tranquilizers increase the risk of sleep apnea, so it is best to avoid these altogether if you have sleep apnea. If you have trouble falling asleep at night, try drinking a cup of warm milk or herbal tea instead.
Summary: Ask your doctor about sleep aid devices. Get to a healthy weight Exercise most days of the week. Change your sleep position. Quit smoking Skip alcohol and tranquilizers before bed.