Just quit smoking? Five basic tips to combat insomnia
While many turn their gaze on caffeine as the culprit for insomnia, nicotine is the main offender. In order to enjoy proper sleep hygiene, one must quit smoking. However, nicotine withdrawal causes sleep disturbances. In this blog post, Lisa M. Cannon, M.D. shares a few tips on how to win the battle against insomnia. Image source: huffingtonpost.com A warm bath eases the mind and the body, preparing one for some sweet slumber. It is important to set a relaxing environment before hitting the sack to let the mind and body know it is time to rest. Drink herbal tea before bedtime to calm the body and prepare it for sleep. Not only will it prep the mind and body for a good sleep, a cup of tea also helps relieve stress. Lessen caffeine intake . While cutting caffeine to zero would be unnecessary, reducing it by half will prevent one from being over-caffeinated. Drinking too much coffee can cause one to feel jittery and irritated. Make it a habit to drink coffee early in th