|
|
Betty's Tips for a Good Night's Sleep
- Exercise during the day may promote better sleep at night, but don’t exercise in the three or four hours before going to bed.
- Don’t drink alcohol before bed. It can cause rebound wakefulness in the night and exacerbates snoring and apnea.
- Drink a glass of milk before bed. Milk contains tryptophan, a natural sleep-inducing amino acid.
- If you don’t fall asleep within 20 minutes of going to bed, get up and read or listen to quiet music until you get sleepy.
- Avoid caffeinated beverages and chocolate in the afternoon or evening.
- Keep the bedroom for sleeping; don’t watch TV or eat in bed.
- Take a 20-30 minute warm bath before bed.
- Maintain a regular sleep schedule.
- Limit daytime naps.
Back
|
