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Mark Ramos
The unfortunate fact is that many Americans struggle with sleeping well every night so that you end up feeling groggy and lethargic when you wake up every day. Instead of struggling with this problem any longer, it is time to start getting the rest your body needs with these easy tips! Get Personal Every person needs a different amount of sleep to feel rested, so you cannot judge your needs based on your spouse or a friend. Determine what works best for you by going to sleep when you are tired and waking up naturally to see how much sleep you need to perform well. The best way to do this is by sleeping without an alarm on the weekends to wake up naturally, and then sleep that same amount on the weekdays to see the greatest results. Regular Sleep Schedule Going to bed and waking up at around the same time every day will do you a great favor in giving you the vital rest your body needs. This keeps your body in regular sleep patterns so that you get the most out of your rest when you are sleeping. If it is possible, use this same technique on the weekends by sticking to your sleep schedule to make it easier for you to go to bed on. Avoid Stimulants Before Bed Even if you are an avid coffee drinker, which actually provides a number of health benefits, experts recommend avoiding caffeine 4 to 6 hours before bedtime. If you are caffeine sensitive, this is a helpful tip to prevent insomnia, and you also need to avoid alcohol and tobacco before bed as well. If you love having a cup of Joe after dinner - and who doesn’t? - try instead a decaf variety. Again, if you are sensitive to caffeine, keep in mind that decaffeinated coffee still has a small amount of caffeine, and decaf coffee is normally 97% to 99% caffeine free. Eat Light Before Bed Many people have a difficult time getting to sleep if they are suffering from indigestion from fatty and spicy foods or have eaten too much. To make sure that you sleep well every night, eat simple and light foods several hours before you go to sleep. If you get hungry before you go to bed, have an easily digestible snack that contains carbohydrates or dairy. It is also best to cut back on drinking liquid before bed so that you don’t have to wake up in the night to go to the bathroom. With all of these tips in mind, you can look forward to a wonderful night of rest and wake up refreshed to start your day with a delicious cup of Joe! Getting a good night of rest does not mean that you have to stop drinking coffee, especially since it provides so many health benefits, like reducing the risk of stroke, cancer, Parkinson's disease, and type II diabetes.
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