Treatment for sleep disorder
The treatment for sleep disorders varies according to the type and actual cause. However, it is usually a mix of medical treatments and lifestyle changes.
Medical treatments
Medical treatments for sleep disorders include:
sleeping pills
melatonin supplements
allergy or cold medication
medications for any underlying health issues
breathing device or surgery (usually for sleep apnea)
a dental guard (usually for teeth grinding)
Lifestyle changes
Lifestyle changes can greatly increase your sleep quality, especially when they're combined with medical treatments. You should consider the following:
incorporating more vegetables and fish into your diet, and reducing sugar intake
reducing stress and anxiety by exercising and stretching
creating and sticking to a regular sleeping schedule
drinking less water before bedtime
limiting your caffeine intake, especially in the late afternoon or evening
decreasing tobacco and alcohol use
eating smaller low-carbohydrate meals before bedtime
maintaining a healthy weight based on your doctor’s recommendations
You can improve your sleep quality by maintaining a regular sleep schedule which is going to bed and waking up at the same time every day. Although it may be tempting to sleep in on weekends, this might make waking up and falling asleep during the weekday more challenging.
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