Nine tips to help you sleep better

It seems like it’s getting harder and harder to get a good night’s sleep.

A myriad of distractions are in cahoots, keeping you from getting enough shut-eye.

We’re supposed to get seven to nine hours of sleep, but many Americans don’t hit that target every night.

Sleep can provide incredible health benefits — from helping us lose weight to improving our memories, and even making us happier.

So when you’re lying in bed with one of these nine common sleep problems, here’s what the science says you should do:

9 Science-Backed Tips to Help You Sleep Better