I'm a college student so as normal I have a lot of studying to do and staying awake is challengeing sometimes. The problem is I can't have caffeine, is there anything I can do to help me stay awake and study.
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Apples, they work better than coffee.
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Coffee can often have a paradoxical effect, in which it can actually induce sleep-this occurs generally at very high doses, or in people that are especially sensitive to it.  But, as is the case with all chemicals, there is a wide range of physiological responses in humans, and you may just be immune to the stimulatory effects of caffeine-it probably has to do with the levels of detoxifying enzymes in your liver-thus, you may be insensitive to many drugs.  This is something to be aware of if you are ever ill and need medication.
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Tips for Getting A Better Night Sleep\n\n1. Avoid Alcohol\n* Alcohol can cause restlessness during the night. Caffeine and nicotine have substances in them that will keep you awake.\n\n2. Avoid Smoking\n* Nicotine has substances in it that will keep you awake.\n\n3. Avoid Caffeine\n* Caffeine has substances in it that will keep you awake.\n\n4. Exercise regularly\n* But do not exercise near your bedtime.\n\n5. Avoid sleep interruptions\n* Don't sleep with the pet, close your door, minimize light and noise.\n\n6. Relax before bedtime\n* A warm bath or light snack\n\n7. Avoid liquids before bedtime\n* Limits having to use the bathroom at night.\n\n8. Avoid long naps during the day\n* Naps can disrupt your sleeping pattern.\n\n9. Avoid trying to sleep\n* the more you "try" to sleep, the more difficult it becomes.\n\n10. Get up at the same time each morning\n* Too much time in bed can lead to restless sleep.\n\n11. Use your bed for sleeping\n* Not for unrelated activities like reading or watching tv.\n\n12. Check your medications\n* Medications might increase your sleep difficulties.
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if u have this workload on you, you can try this: a herbal tee from south america called mate or yerba mate. it has just little caffeine but plenty of other nutrients that really complement the stimulation effect of caffeine. it will give u more stamina than coffee and, unlike coffee, it is absolutely harmless, it is healthy in fact, u can drink it all day, just do not drink it right before going to sleep \n\ni used to drink lots of it instead of coffee, when i realized that i simply cannot continue drinking so much coffee.\n\n  or try Korean ginseng - eleuterococus (i used it when i was writing my thesis and had little sleep and much work) or leuzea=rhaponticum= maral root (i take this one or eleuterococus to combat severe jet lag when the necessity arises - they wake me up, so i am active when i am supposed to be, so i get myself tired and then in the evening i can fall asleep more easily than if i spent the whole day trying to keep my eyes open! . so i think it is equally good for shiftworkers or the situation u described)\n\nBUT: dont take it before u go to sleep, it is imperative thet u sleep well since u dont have much time for that...
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Exercise.  I sleep much better when I work out on a regular basis.  Also, try not to consume caffeine after 5PM.
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It's called being addicted to caffine. Without it, your body is all imbalanced and thinks it doesent have the energy to do what you need to. Wean yourself off slowly but surely.
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yeh well i dont know the answer but i can suggest a few things to help you sleep. Try not to have caffiene afetr about 5pm, becasue it keeps you awake...same goes with coke and chocolate. If you cant sleep, have a glass of warm milk, it has sedating properties in it. Also, avoid foods high in sugar before bed, because it will keep your metabolism active and you will have insomnia. Best of luck
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Exercise, run, yoga, meditation, get a punching bag to punch.  \nIf you drink coffee, tea or cola--best to switch to the decaffeinated kind (gradually, so you don't get caffeine withdrawal).  \nEat less sugar, and note that chocolate has both caffeine and sugar.\nYou really might want to phone the doctor about this--you may, or may not, need some medication.
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I'd be real hesitant to rely on caffeine during practice. It will give you a boost, but two-a-days are so long, you'll end up crashing part way through. They're absolutely miserable, but you've just gotta grit your teeth and grind through it. Stick with water and gatorade if you're allowed to have it, and make sure you get plenty of sleep. During your break, make sure you eat some fruit, especially bananas.
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heehe, i just finished studying. first of all get off the pc, and turn any electornics off.  .get in your room and organise yourself. if you have a lot of time ahead of you take a small nap(10 minuts max) grab a bite, and then plant you butt on the ground/chair/bed/table whereever you like to study. and focus on you studies. you are going to study wether you like it or not. if you have a clock that tickes a lot put it away, and don't let anything disurbe you. ake sure to turn on your answering machine, and turn off ur cell-phone. and good luck on ur exam, if you want wake up at dawn and revise what you studied, but don't revise before the exam in half an hour.
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i don't think it's the "coffee" itself.  you are more likley addicted to the caffine.  ease your way off.  have a half cup of coffee a day.  or have tea with caffine.  have another beverage with caffine in it.  but watch out...cuz i stopped having coffee one time and i had the wickedest head ache in the after noon.  cuz i was so used to the caffine.
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Don't stay up and cram. Your brain can not retain the knowledge when it is tired so you are likely to do worse on the test. Study not over 1 hour at a time and it is best to take a break between studies. Be sure to get a full nights sleep the night before the test.
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First of all, take a deep breath.  Then, set your alarm clock and take a nap if you need one - even just for an hour or so, and then the studying you do after that will be much more effective.  When you wake up have a quick shower, and a snack - your brain needs both sleep and food to operate well.  If coffee works for you, continue with that and a small snack every hour or two.  \n\nTry to focus on the information you know is very important and will almost certainly be on the exam, because you won't be able to do everything.  Review your notes.  Do you know someone who is taking the same exam tomorrow that you could possibly study with for a few hours?  That might help.  And do get at least some sleep tonight - it will help you.  And remember that this too shall pass, and most likely everything will be fine!  Good luck with it!!
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That is the problem with caffeine... you eventually have to increase your dosage to get that same jolt that you received when you first started it.\n\nRed Bull has less caffeine than you think, and if you really are a caffeine junky, you might have to start coffee.\n\nMy suggestion though is to ditch the stimulants.  Get enough sleep each night so you don't have to rely on these often times sugar-laden drinks.  Find energy through fitness and your desire to find life exciting. You'll find your mood and sleeping patterns will be improved without the use of stimulants.\n\nI only use caffeine on very rare occasions and am happier because I don't have to have this stuff in my life and nobody has ever told me that I don't have enough energy to do things.\n\nGood luck.
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Simply get up for stretch breaks.  Walk around the area.  get enough sleep for starters.  Eat breakfast, have a small healthy snack, eat a small to medium sized lunch. Dont overdo it on the caffeine because when it wears off then that makes you sleepy.  Above all what helps me is a chocolate a day!!!!
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Make sure the bedroom you sleep in is cool and dark. You may want to listen to some tunes, if you happen to be on of those people that can't turn your brain off. This distracts your thinking process. A glass of milk, before you go to bed will actually help some. Cut caffeine drinks off at least 4 to 6 hours before you go to bed. If your bed is uncomfortable, you may need a new mattress, or at least add a egg crate mattress to the top. Your sheets should feel and smell good. They also have aroma therapy sprays, (you spray these on your pillow cases) that can relax you. Also try this, a hour before you go to bed, relax in your favorite chair, and start clearing your mind, and preparing it for sleep. Mind over matter! I hope you "sweet dreams"!
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First of all how old are you? Do you drink alot of colas with alot of caffine let alone- do you drink coffee? Do you have a heart or lung condition that limits your ability to breath properly? These and many other things can contribute to your inability to sleep. Stop all caffine drinks by 7:pm. Get off the computer at a decent time lol. Your bedroom is for sleeping or lovemaking only.......not surfing the web or watching tv. If any of these things apply then you know what you need to do assist in your resting through the nite. Mostly.......talk to your Doc. OK