I have tried everything from chamomile tea to over-the-counter sleep aids, but I still struggle to get six (at most) restless hours of sleep. Too many days are clouded with exhaustion. Many sleep coaches take a holistic approach, examining lifestyle habits and your home environment to create a personalized plan to get you through the night. Maybe a little one-on-one advice was all I needed to halt the tossing and turning. Learn From Your Mistakes Most people sleep with two or three pillows, but when your head is propped up that much, it tends to flop forward, blocking airflow, she said. “It can also put pressure on your shoulders and neck muscles. One good pillow is ideal. Sleep on your left side Prueher discouraged me from my usual habit of sleeping on my right side, noting that sleeping on your left for easier blood flow throughout the night. Improve Your Sleep Hygiene People talk about sleep a lot, but they don’t really want to do anything about changing their habits Limit sugar Avoid heavy meals late at night Stop drinking caffeine after 2 p.m. Skip strenuous exercise after 5 p.m.
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