Doctor Amir Khan urges Brits to do 1 thing before bed to aid sleep each night

Doctor Amir Khan urges Brits to do 1 thing before bed to aid sleep each nightDoctor Amir Khan is known for sharing all sorts of health tips with his followers, but he recently urged Brits to complete a simple task before bed to aid sleepCommentsNewsKatie-Ann Gupwell Content Editor05:04, 21 Apr 2026View ImageDoctor Amir Khan urged people to act before going to bed (stock image)(Image: ITV screengrab )Most of us wish for a good night's rest, and there's an easy method to help you get back to sleep if you keep waking up at night. However, if you want to try and get a good night's sleep in the first place, it turns out you may need to complete a simple task before bed.‌According to TV star and health expert, Doctor Amir Khan, Brits need to do one thing to try and get a good night's sleep each night. You may not have realised, but there's something called sleep hygiene, and it's super important if you want to dose off peacefully each night.‌It comes as various people have expressed having issues with sleep. In fact, many wake up at 3am for exactly the same reason.‌In a previous video shared on Instagram, he said: "Sleep hygiene refers to healthy sleeping habits, and good sleep is crucial to your mental and physical health. Now, if you don't sleep well, try doing the following steps to see if we can improve it."Keep a consistent sleep schedule. Try to go to sleep and to wake up about the same time each day, even on weekends."This reinforces your body's internal sleep clock, and aim for seven to eight hours of sleep each night. Create a relaxing bedtime routine.‌"This helps you unwind and get ready for sleep. 30 to 60 minutes before bed, take a warm bath or shower, do some gentle stretches or meditation, read a book, but not on an electronic device."Remember, avoid emotional or stressful conversations or any talk about work in the lead up to sleep. Stress is one of the most common reasons people lie awake at...