shocked fans when she shared her top piece of advice for a happy marriage - . The 51-year-old
Actress, who tied the knot with in 2015, admitted the idea was controversial but said she is committed to trying to "normalize" the way of thinking. "We should normalize separate bedrooms," she said. Appearing on the Lipstick on the Rim podcast, Cameron continued: "To me, I would literally, I have my house, you have yours. We have the family house in the middle. I will go and sleep in my room. You go sleep in your room. I'm fine." Some people were shocked by her advice, but sleep expert James Wilson told The Mirror US . He explained: "For some sleeping alone leads to a massive improvement, as they are able to create a sleep environment that suits them, a duvet or sheet allows them to manage the temperature fluctuation better, the right mattress and pillow in terms of temperature regulation and support, maybe noises and smells that help relax us into sleep, and a pre sleep ritual that works for the individual." However, he warned this could lead to feelings of "isolation and loneliness". Sharing advice on how to combat this, James said: "To sleep well we need to feel emotionally and physically secure and the absence of the one we love, their presence, their smell, makes our sleep environment feel alien and unwelcoming. "If you are sleeping alone and want to feel more connected to your partner, you could take their smell, their aftershave or perfume to you room, spray some on a pillow, or maybe on a T-shirt and lay it next to you." And it's not just Cameron Diaz who has been open about her sleep struggles.
Oprah Winfrey has said she struggles to sleep, with her problems linked to the menopause. Charlotte Hunter, menopause nutritionist told us: "Sleep disturbance is one of the most debilitating symptoms of menopause. A few nutrients can aid a good night's sleep alongside good hydration and a balanced diet that includes plenty of protein, fiber, and healthy fats." She also suggested chamomile tea could be used to aid sleep. All the latest news, showbiz, lifestyle and sports updates, brought to you by our dedicated
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