Broken nights: decoding your nighttime awakenings and identifying when to worry

less, but to drink earlier. Try to have your last drink (even herbal tea) at least an hour and a half before going to bed.

Taking care of your legs in the evening

If you tend to have swollen ankles, elevating your legs on a cushion for 20 minutes when you get home can help reduce the workload on your kidneys during the night.

Create a relaxing bedtime ritual

Establishing a calm routine (such as reading, listening to soft music or practicing a few breathing exercises) soothes the nervous system and prevents it from overreacting to internal sensations.

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