Battling Insomnia While On A Diet

Battling Insomnia While On A Diet

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  • As a general rule, a balanced diet made up largely of a variety of vegetables and fruits is able to provide the recommended daily intake of vitamins and nutrients, contributing to better sleep while promoting a healthy weight.
  • Keeping a predictable sleep pattern by going to bed at the same time each night can help, just as creating a soothing bedtime routine will slow your body down and help you relax.
  • Good sleep hygiene is important because of how crucial getting good sleep is for your mental and physical health, as well as your overall quality of life.
  • Your behavior and habits during the day — not just before you go to bed — can also affect how well you sleep.
  • Avoid caffeine before going to sleep.

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