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What're some non-medical ways to overcome bad sleeping habits?
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Preparation: Seek a tranquil time. Learn to use meditation or read a good book. Avoid late eating and above all do not try to get to sleep. The brain needs to be in a qjuiet mode.
Answered 5/31/2015
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Sleep Hygiene is Key: Retire & rise same time each day. Keep bedroom dark & cool & use only for sex & sleep. Turn off tv. No naps. Exercise regularly but not in late evening. No caffeine for 6 hrs & no alcohol or tobacco w/i 2 hrs of sleep. Keep dinner moderate sized & finish at least 2 to 3 hrs before sleep. Can try warm milk, Chamomile tea or melatonin along w light reading, warm bath or lavender scent.
Answered 5/31/2015
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