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I wake up every once in a while during the night. anything i can do to sleep better without having to go to the doctor or take pills?
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Try the sleep tips: Go to the national sleep foundation website and try some of the sleep tips recommended to see if this improves your sleep.
Answered 10/4/2016
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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 3/20/2019
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