Expert tips for a better night's sleep

Let’s face it, we could all use some more beauty sleep. Shortchanging yourself on shut-eye increases your risk of disease, weight gain and mood disorders and can wreak havoc on your libido. If that’s not enough to make you want to turn in, studies show that regularly sleeping too little (six hours or less) is associated with a shorter lifespan. Here’s how to get the seven to eight hours you need to look and feel your best.