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Sleep Hygiene--How to Do It
Perhaps all you need to change is some habits you may have picked up. Changing habits for good sleep is called sleep hygiene these days. Here are some habits to look at: *Eliminating caffeine or chocolate. Try this for a few days. The effect of these two on your body can change over time. Taking caffeine or chocolate even in the morning may be able to affect your night-time sleep. *Exercising in the evening. Exercise for your recommended 30 minutes can get your heart rate up and can keep you awake. Try exercising before 6 p.m. *Sugar. Sweets taken late in the day can stimulate your system, making it hard to sleep. Even natural sugar, like in orange juice, can be a problem for some people. *Arguments. Instead of getting into arguments in the evening, make an appointment to argue the next day, preferrably not at bedtime! *Brainstorming. If you have a creative project you love to work on, you may be better off giving yourself a curfew, such as 8 p.m. Otherwise your mind may work on the problem all through the night, keeping you awake. So what SHOULD you do for good sleep habits? *In the evening, keep your activities dull and quiet. Do them calmly. *Those who read at bedtime may want to choose magazines with short items and no story line. *For watching TV and video, choose documentaries over thrillers. So, now you have plenty of tips for good sleep hygiene. Try them out. They could be just what you are looking for. -->
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Article by: SusanHarris |
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Word Count: 282 About the AuthorIf you want some suggestions for an insomnia cure, you can try changing your habits in favor of good sleep hygiene. You are seeking an insomnia remedy, but a habits change may cost you less than other possibilities!
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