i can't sleep at night i don't drink caffine though.?
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Your metabolism determines how much energy you expend while at rest; it does not determine how well you sleep.\n\nI'll give you some pointers on getting a better night's sleep. If these "sleep hygiene" tips don't work, you may wish to consult a doctor.\n\n1. Avoid caffeine. It sounds like you're already doing this, so good for you! (I'm posting this advice anyway in case others are having similar problems.) Also avoid smoking (as nicotine is a stimulant) and drinking alcohol (which interferes with natural sleep) before bedtime.\n\n2. Try to go to bed and get up the same time each day, even if you don't have to (e.g., on weekends). This will help your body establish a stable sleep schedule.\n\n3. Turn the lights down about an hour before your bedtime. Light sends signals to your brain that it should be awake, and this is not the message you want to send if you want some sleep!\n\n4. Exercise regularly! But avoid exercising a few hours before your bedtime.\n\n5. Take a warm bath or shower before bed. This will help relax you.\n\n6. Drink milk shortly before bedtime, or eat some turkey. Both of these foods contain substances that help promote sleep. Some people have reported success with taking melatonin.\n\n7. Do not use your bed to watch TV, play video games, read, or do your homework. You want your brain to associate being in bed with going to sleep, not other activities.\n\n8. If you find you cannot sleep, don't stay in bed and get anxious about how much sleep you're missing. Instead, get up, and find some relaxing activity you can do (e.g., reading) under dim light until you begin to feel drowsy again.\n\n9. Be careful about taking sleep-inducing medications, as these can be habit-forming and also interfere with the REM (dream) phase of sleep, which is the most refreshing part of sleep.\n\nGood luck!
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You should drink a bit of coffee. The strong, bitter taste along with the caffeine will stir you awake, but it isn't recommended to drink it often. You may become dependent on it as a source of energy (physically dependent).
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I'm an insomniac so I can sympathize! There are all sorts of tricks to try, warm milk, a warm bath, mild exercise about 1 hour before bed. Try to read or do puzzles somewhere other than bed and have your room dark and on the cool side. try self relaxation when you lie down close your eyes and starting at your temples imagine each muscle slowly relaxing as you move down your body.  If all else fails a mild over the counter sleep aid may be needed on occassion or see a doctor. Good Luck and Sweet Dreams!
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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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Caffine is a stimulant and actually makes you more nervous.  Try chomomile tea if you want to relax.
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Hi, Do not drink anything with caffeine in it after 2pm.  Eat dinner as early as you can, at least 4-5 hours prior to bedtime.  Take a hot relaxing bath just before going to bed.  Do not watch TV in bed.  It helps sometimes to read after getting in bed.  If I have real insomnia, where I don't fall asleep in 15 minutes, I start with my toes, and I say, "My toes are going to sleep."  I then say the same thing for every part of my body, working from the toes up to my head.  I have never gotten all the way to head without falling asleep.  I don't know why it works, but it does.  Hopefully, these tips will help you.  I too am against taking sleeping medication.  Good Luck
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Perhaps you chew chewing gum that is sweetened with Aspartame. Your body is craving for more during your sleep. \n\nIf you are, cut out the aspartame.
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Do not engage in any type of exercise 2 hrs prior to going to bed.  Try a glass of milk- it contains a protein that helps you sleep. Avoid caffeine:teas,coffee,sodas etc.. Comfortable pijamas,idealroom temp,reading a book,aviod a great movie or show it will keep u stimulated.  Good luck!
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well to decreast ur sleeping hours u take coffee and tea is best for this and if you smoke cigrate will help you more
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Don't drink caffeine after 3:00 p.m.\nDon't excercise within 2 hours before going to bed.\nTake a warm bath about 45 min. before going to bed.\nKeep your bedroom at a comfortable temperature- esp. not too hot, around 72-74 degrees is good.\nNo light in room, not even a nightlight or light from alarm clock, esp. don't get up after dozing off and turn a light on, interferes with melatonin production and throws your body clock off.\nTry a sound machine or fan- something with a soothing "white noise" type of sound.\nEat a turkey sandwich or warm milk before going to bed, helps your body produce tryphtotonin and serotonin.\nTry Valerin root and 2mg.melatonin\nDo deep breathing and guided imagery meditation before bedtime.
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Some people do not need the recommended amount of sleep(8hrs.)and actually report that too much sleep makes them more tired.  If you aren't getting the proper sleep for your body I would suggest talking with a physician about a sleep deprivation clinic, you may not be going into REM cycles which provide you the the best 'rest'.  If you drink alchohol in excess it could be causing you to awake and feel restless also.  Avoiding drinks which contain caffeine or cocoa the stimulant effect of these linger up to 16hrs. in some individuals.
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very little caffeine, some excercise that day and not being too hot or too cold. If that doesn't help try drinking some milk about an hour before you go to bed.
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I was told by a doctor that not getting to sleep was anxiety and waking up in the night was depression.  You will know if this is an issue within your life or a sleep disorder.  I think that counselling or something of that nature could help. \n I would also look at sleep hygene such as going to bed and waking up at the same time.  Just use your bedroom for sleep no tv or computer.  Keep a sleep journal there might be a pattern to your sleep and an activity(also look at what your eating, could there be something stimulating you there ie food intolerance, cola or drinks that has caffine, some times medication has caffine).  Try and eat earlier you are doing something energy intensive when your body is winding down.  Make sure your room is dark.  Have you tried those hynotherapy cds.  I have found them very helpful.\nI think if this is a long term issue for you then sometimes a doctor maybe be a port of call but do not let them put you on tablets if that is not what you want
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Dear Ron,\n     Please stop taking that stuff!!!  There are much better, healthier ways to get a good night's rest.  If you are unable to sleep, your body is trying to tell you something.  Taking a drug simply masks an underlying problem.  Here are a few well-known, proven points about getting a good night's rest.  It may take a while for your body's health and equilibrium to be restored, so please be persistent and patient.  A good night's sleep is a reward that should be cherished and persistently sought:\n      1.  Eliminate ALL caffeine from your diet (coffee, tea, chocolate, caffeinated sodas, etc).  Caffeine is a stimulant that will keep you wide awake for hours.  If you are addicted to coffee or other brown drinks, use plenty of prayer and will power to overcome the addiction.\n      2.  Eliminate ALL alcohol from your diet.  Alcohol is also proven to disrupt sleep patterns.\n      3.  Eat your last meal at least 4 hours before you go to bed.  No late-night snacks.  Digestion stimulates your body and can cause insomnia.  Eat your largest meal in the morning.\n      4.  Drink plenty of pure, clean water.  Water will help your body to regulate itself.\n      5.  Eat a low fat, healthy diet with plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables.  Rich foods can be disruptive and are unnatural.  Your body was not designed to accommodate them.  Do not overeat.\n      6.  Establish a regular time to go to bed and to awaken.  Your body will gradually adjust if you have a regular time to sleep and awaken.  Try to go to bed early and arise early, if possible (research has shown that sleep that occurs BEFORE midnight has a more restorative effect on the body than sleep that occurs after midnight).\n     7.  Get regular exercise, but not too soon before bed.  This is particularly important if your job is sedentary and/or requires great mental effort.  It is important to keep your body strong and healthy.\n     8.  Do not consume drugs, legal or illegal.\n     9.  Each night as you are resting in bed, think of all the things for which you are thankful.  Thank your Creator for these.  Your sleep will be blessed, and you will be at peace!\n    10.  Finally, if you have tried all the things listed above, and still have occassional sleeplessness, try taking a plant-based calcium/magnesium supplement.  These minerals help to relax the muscles, regulate breathing, and soothe over-stimulated nerves.\n        May God richly bless your efforts!!!
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No caffeine after lunch. Exercise in the morning but not at night. Drink either warm milk or Sleepy Time tea about a 1/2 before bed. Nite.
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Hello, I woke up too early too and can't go back to sleep. I'm not blue though, have you thought about what you're gonna do for the rest of the day? Perhaps a bit later at lunchtime you could stick on a bit of chilled music and cook a nice roast slowly whilst having a couple of glasses of wine. I find that really peaceful although not high speed and exciting, it is nice sometimes just to mill around the house doing gentle domestic things. Hope you get over your blues soon.
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i cannot fall asleep ....but i am sleepy.