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Health See other Health Articles Title: After you climb into bed how long does it take before you fall asleep? After you climb into bed how long does it take before you fall asleep? Are you dreading the time it’s going to take before you drift off? If you’re struggling to get that much needed sleep maybe you should look at what you’re doing before you get into bed. Think about your day. What goes into it? Maybe it’s work. Or it’s getting the kids to and from school then to practice and then home to get dinner ready. Or it’s the pile of bills or the vacation coming up. I’m serious. Don’t roll your eyes. Well, if doing that will help you fall asleep then go ahead. But really there are several things you can do to help you fall asleep when it’s time to catch some zzzz’s. And aside from not only sleeping better you’ll see other improvements in your energy and all around health from these simple and enjoyable solutions. Hopefully there’s no more counting sheep! In no particular order, here they are: Eat Foods high in Melatonin. Things like tart cherries, walnuts, almonds, strawberries and rice are loaded with melatonin. They’re healthy for you and they won’t jump start you when you’re trying to unwind. Foods high in melatonin help promote peaceful, deeper sleep. Get Some Sweat Going. Burning calories and doing outdoor activities are a good way to burn calories and make sure you’re fully ready for sleep at the end of the day. It’s essentially the same concept as tiring out children. Say No To The Nightcap. A late night drink can actually ruin your slumber. This is especially true for women, so it’s best to lay off the cocktails and booze too late in the evening, ladies. Say Yes to Him. Many a joke has been made about how quickly men fall asleep after intercourse -- but there's actually a good reason for it. After being intimate, men's bodies flood with prolactin, a hormone that is also naturally higher during sleep. But he's not alone. Women actually produce more oxytocin, which can be a recipe for a very good night's sleep. Play It Again Sam. Studies show music almost always helps you relax if you’re feeling a bit wound up or still thinking on the tasks of the day. Unplug from your smart phone or the TV and just put your ears to ease. And lastly… Wash Off The Day. Taking a bath or a shower is one of the most obvious, but also best ways to wind down after a long day. It’s a great precursor to drifting off to a better night’s sleep. Not to mention it’s always better to climb into a clean bed with a clean body. Sweet Dreams! To Your Good Health, Craig Cappe tta Nutrition Expert Whole Body Research craig.cappetta@wholebodyresearch.com Poster Comment: Sweet dreams. ;) Post Comment Private Reply Ignore Thread Top • Page Up • Full Thread • Page Down • Bottom/Latest
#1. To: BTP Holdings (#0)
My little homunculus pulls the sleep lever whenever I listen to a radio discussion of scientific matters, things I really like to hear. Of course I wake up after the program is over.
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