Question 1

can you tell me a food or a drink that can me stay awake all night but doesn't cause harm into my body?

Accepted Answer

No such thing . . .: There is no such food or drink that will make you stay awake all night w/o causing any bodily harm. Yes, caffeine in soft drinks, coffee &amp; tea might help but not w/o potentially making your heart race, your hands shake, and you anxious. Better to get enough rest then (presumably) study again.

Question 2

what foods help you stay awake and what make you sleepy?

Accepted Answer

Varies: Caffeine will make you stay awake.

Heavy meals and high carb meals will burn off fast and make you tired.

Question 3

why can't i ever stay awake after having some things? ex. lettuce, spinach, berry smoothie. i thought "food comas" happen with high fat/large meals?

Accepted Answer

Other causes?: You are correct! Lettuce and spinach should absolutely not induce a " food coma"  Think about other causes of daytime sleepiness as  not enough evening sleep? Other medications? Mood? Other factors?

Question 4

hi , how can i stay awake?

Accepted Answer

See PCP: Having trouble staying awake is often a clue to more serious underlying concerns such as sleep apnea, poor quality of sleep, sleep disordered breathing just to name a few. Consult with your PCP or a Sleep Medicine specialist.

Question 5

how many hours can you safely stay awake?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Staying awake and being awake without cognitive deficits are not the same.  Sleep deprivation causes marked reduction in mental acuity and judgement.  The department of defense has studied this extensively, as have we in medicine due to the often insanely long hours (esp in trainees).  The bottom line is we don't know because it varies, but you WILL have declining mental abilities by 24 hours.

Question 6

ways to stay awake for long during exams?

Accepted Answer

Caffeine : We used coffee in my day but I have many patients who have great success with 5 hour energy.
But as any med school grad will tell you;cramming for exams isn't the best way to learn.Go to class every day.You paid for it-get your moneys worth.And get a "study buddy" ; make it a constant quiz, every moment you see each other ask a quiz question.

Question 7

what are some ways to stay awake in class?

Accepted Answer

Adequate sleep: Drowsiness in class most often is due to lack of sleep the night or several nights before.  I suppose that a boring class might be a cause also (avoid boring classes).  Certain medications contribute to sleepiness including over the counter anti-histaminics.   When all else fails, sit next to a sympathetic classmate who can nudge you when you doze.

Question 8

what do you advise if i want to stay awake?

Accepted Answer

Options but...: Staying awake for what, why, long or short-term?  Hard to answer.  There are the reliable like coffee, No Doz, 5 Hour Energy, etc., but you should really try to be cautious with these and other energizers.  If you are having some sleep issues, where you are fatigued and feel like sleeping too much, you may want to see your Dr. and/or a sleep specialist.

Question 9

how do i stay awake while clubbing at night?

Accepted Answer

Don't: Your body is telling you that you need rest. All of the answers to this question usually involve recreational drug use which in combination with alcohol could be fatal.

Question 10

what would happen if i stay awake for 4 days?

Accepted Answer

Body wins: Between day 3-5 body begins to win and it catches sleep whenever it can, even if inappropriate like during meals, driving, etc.  Body not functional in terms of executive functioning so most likely will get irritable and not be able to think very clearly.

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