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Sleep & Your Health -
Good Sleep Habits
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To maximize the restorative powers of sleep and to make falling asleep easier, good sleep habits help immensely. The following suggestions can help both people with sleep disorders and their families:
- Wake at the same time every day, regardless of when you go to sleep.
- Maintain a consistent bedtime.
- Exercise regularly, but not within two to four hours of bedtime.
- Reduce light and arousing activity, like computer use and watching television.
- Perform relaxing activities before bed.
- Keep your bedroom quiet and cool.
- Don't have anything with caffeine for at least six hours prior to bedtime.
- Don't have nicotine for at least six hours prior to bedtime.
- Don't drink alcohol for at least four hours prior to bedtime.
- Don't watch television for at least one hour before bedtime.
- If you nap, only nap early in the day, not in the late afternoon or evening.
- Make sure you are sleeping on a comfortable bed and mattress.
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I will be going on a hunting trip soon will take the APAP with me. I will be staying in a house, so using it there won't be a problem. Thank you for helping me with this and doing the study.
