Sleep Deprivation Prevention and Fatigue Solutions
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Solutions for Fatigue: Reach for that Coffee!
While proper sleep is important we sometimes fail to do so and end up tired throughout the day. We cannot always just take a nap somewhere.
Research shows that the best method to combat the effects of sleep deprivation is to consume caffeine (Kayser,2022). Caffeine is very available to the public in things such as:
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coffee
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energy drinks
​Caffeine has shown to have positive effects in mitigating the cognitive and behavioral effects of sleep deprivation.
Eat healthy to Sleep Better
Our diets tend to reflect our quality of sleep at night. Although most of us live a busy lifestyle choosing nutritious and whole foods can help us sleep better.
Here's a list of foods to reach for when feeling hungry.
1) Fruits
2) Vegetables
3) Nuts
4) Low-Sugar Smoothies
5) Salads
Promotion of Sleep During Stressful Times
Stress can cause a lack of sleep, yet there are a few tricks in order to sleep better when stressed:
1) Keep a Consistent Daily/Night Routine
2) Get Morning Light
3) Exercise during the day, as opposed to at nights
4) Avoid laying in bed all-day
5) Avoid caffeine/stimulants later in the day
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