Better Sleep Starts Here

Tips for Better Sleep

The following tips will help to sleep better. Follow them routinely.

  • No naps! If you must, keep them under 30 min and under 2 a day.
  • No caffeine after lunch & limit it before lunch (coffee/tea/cola).
  • Drink eight glasses of water each day.
  • Walk briskly (swing arms & sweat) each day for at least 30 min.
  • Wake up and go to sleep at same time every day including weekends.
  • Keep bedroom quiet and dark. Use only for sleeping (no TV, radio).
  • No smoking during the night. Decrease overall cigarette usage.
  • Eat three meals each day (5 small meals if dieting or diabetic).
  • Do not use alcohol or drugs.
  • Take sleep medications when prescribed.
  • If you can’t sleep, get up; read/journal. Return to sleep when tired.