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Why Do People Struggle With Sleep?
- Age
- Excess stimulation before bed (e.g., using your phone, watching TV, or doing rigorous exercise)
- Noise disturbances
- Too much light in the bedroom
- Napping during the day
- Chronic pain
- Not getting enough sunlight
- Certain prescription medications
- Stress
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Caffeine, smoking, and alcohol
How Does Anxiety Affect Sleep?
How Does Stress Affect Sleep?
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What Exactly Is Insomnia?
There are several reasons why some experience insomnia, including excessive stress, anxiety, medications, and underlying medical conditions.
Habits That May Affect Sleep
- Caffeine: Caffeine is a potent stimulant that can make it difficult to fall or stay asleep. And it’s not just found in coffee – caffeine is found in chocolate, cocoa powder, green tea, white tea, soda, and some supplements.
- Alcohol: Although alcohol may make you feel drowsy, it can disrupt your sleep and cause you to wake up throughout the night or leave you tired in the morning.
- Smoking: The nicotine in cigarettes can also affect your sleep and increase your risk of insomnia.
Watching TV Before Bed
How Much Sleep Do You Really Need?
Try starting at eight hours each night and pat attention to how rested you feel. If you still feel tired and groggy, experiment with 9 hours of sleep. And if you feel overslept, try 7.5 hours instead.
Why Is Sleep So Important?
According to recent research, restful sleep might also allow your brain to flush toxins using cerebrospinal fluid. And for a complete flush, you want to aim for a full night of restful sleep so your body can cycle through deep and REM stages naturally.
What Happens If You Don't Get Enough Sleep?
Tips for Deeper Sleep
Stick to a Sleep Schedule
Remove Potential Causes of Sleep Disruption
The temperature of your bedroom also matters – around 65 degrees Fahrenheit is ideal for most people.
Avoid Caffeine and Alcohol
Exercise
Find Your Calm
Decrease Screen Time
Get Comfy
What to Try Next
Get Ready for a Great Night's Sleep
And if chronic pain is making it difficult to sleep, try the Kailo Pain Patch to see if it can help you fall asleep and stay asleep through the night. A recent clinical study showed a significant improvement in sleep pain and an increase in sleep quality with Kailo.
Disclaimer: Kailo should not be used if you have a pacemaker or if you are pregnant. Always consult your doctor or health care professional before using Kailo.
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