Insomnia

Insomnia is a sleep disorder that makes it hard to fall asleep or hard to stay asleep. There are many things that cause insomnia like anxiety, work lifestyle or depression. Certain foods, activities and eating patterns can contribute to insomnia:

Caffeine:

Many people drink coffee in the morning because it helps them wake up. But too much caffeine can cause insomnia. Studies have shown that people who drink four or more cups of coffee a day are more likely to experience insomnia. If you suffer for insomnia and like to drink coffee, try to drink less cups a day.

Big Foods:

If you eat heavy foods close to the time you are going to sleep you might have trouble falling asleep. If you eat a heavy portion of food at night, it can make it hard for your body to relax and fall asleep. If you suffer from insomnia, try having a light dinner before going to sleep and you will see a difference in your sleep pattern.

Sleep Habits:

Sleep habits can create insomnia. For example, if you take naps during the afternoon it might be difficult to fall asleep at night because you’ve already rested. This also depends on the person, some people need to take a nap in the afternoon to rest, but they can still fall asleep at night with no problem. If you work irregular hours your bodies clock is everywhere. Try to go to sleep at the same time every day, make sure your sleep environment is dark and quiet.