How to Fall Asleep Naturally

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Keep a consistent sleep schedule.

   Although it may not always be possible, trying to keep a consistent sleep schedule can help you fall asleep faster and stay asleep.
   
   If you have a sleep schedule try sticking with it to improve the quality of your sleep.Keep your sleep schedule even on the weekends or holidays.
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   Step 2: Get enough exercise.

   An all natural solution to help reduce the amount of sleepless nights in your life is to take up daily exercise.
   
   Exercise has been shown to both improve the quality of sleep, how easy it is to fall asleep as well as overall health.
   
   Try using daily exercise to combat symptoms of insomnia.Exercise everyday.
   
   Try to get in around thirty minutes of strenuous exercise.
   
   Plan your workouts to be at least five to six hours before you will be sleeping. , If you are currently taking medications you may consider reviewing their side effects and talking with your doctor about them.
   
   Certain medications may have an effect on your sleeping patterns and might need to be changed in some way.
   
   Talk with your doctor to learn more about your medications and the possible effects they may be having on your sleep. , There are many substances that can drastically effect both the ease at which you fall asleep and the quality of your sleep.
   
   Caffeine, nicotine, and alcohol are the three most common substances that can prevent you from sleeping well.
   
   Try to limit or totally avoid these substances while dealing with poor sleep.Don't drink anything with caffeine after noon.
   
   Avoiding alcohol can result in more restful and deep sleep. , Although naps can feel great, taking them too often can interfere with your sleep patterns.
   
   Getting in many quick naps or just a few long ones can make you feel less tired when it comes time for bed.
   
   Try to avoid taking naps at all when working to sleep better at night.
   
   Avoid taking any naps that are longer than thirty minutes.Try to cut out napping entirely if you are able to do so.
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   Step 3: Review your medications.

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   Step 4: Be aware of caffeine

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   Step 5: nicotine

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   Step 6: and alcohol.

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   Step 7: Limit napping.

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