The Southwest Florida scorching sun in July. It can get quite unpleasant, but just a few minutes of that yellow glow each day could help you sleep better.

“When you are at the beach all day long, your body temperature is elevated, your core temperature. Now, you get out of the sunlight, you go into a cool room, you have a cool drink, and your body temperature rapidly drops and makes you very sleepy,” says Dr. Jose Colon, a pediatric neurologist and Medical Director for Pediatric Sleep Medicine.

Of course, too much sun can be dangerous for the body. Some doctors suggest just 10 to 15 minutes each day can be just the amount you need.

For those who don’t like to spend a lot of time in the sun, there are other ways to get the same benefit. "Another thing we can do is take a warm bath prior to sleep. When you do take a warm bath, our body temperature elevates a bit, but afterwards, once you’ve dried yourself off, this process, your body cools down and this drop in the body temperature makes someone sleepy,” explains Dr. Colon.

If you are still having trouble getting a good night’s sleep, contact your physician. A quick exam could help you rule out problems and help you find the perfect way to relax