Many suffer from migraines. However, the effects such as frequency, intensity and length can be reduced or eliminated by changing one’s sleeping habits. The brain’s “feel good” chemical, serotonin, is directly affected by sleep. People who don’t get enough sleep are less likely to have migraine headaches. This is because their bodies are not getting the right amount of serotonin.
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With the right amount of quality sleep, migraine headaches can be significantly reduced. The three factors that affect our sleep quality are stress levels, noise, and any medications or drugs we may be taking. These three factors can be controlled or eliminated to improve the quality of your sleep.
Light also has an impact on the quality of our sleep. If the lights are off, we will get a better quality sleep than if the lights were on. Although we may not believe it, it is. Some people may have difficulty falling asleep without the TV on. In this case, they can set the TV’s timer to go off after an hour.
Subconscious Mind
The subconscious mind is sensitive to light and sounds, and will respond by giving us better sleep quality at night if the TV is turned off and the lights are dimmed. Although stress is a major factor in many people’s lives, it can be managed and reduced. Stress can be reduced by exercising at the right levels.
A good way to improve your sleep quality is to get the right amount of exercise each day, especially if you do it before sunset. You may experience sleep problems if you exercise after sunset. You should discuss with your doctor the effects of medications and drugs on sleep.
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Sometimes, doctors will recommend that medications be taken in the early hours of the morning to ensure that they do not interfere with sleep. Caffeine is one of most commonly prescribed drugs that can affect sleep. Caffeine intake should be limited and you should avoid caffeinated beverages after dinner and before bed. Caffeine can trigger migraine headaches, so avoid it as much as you can.
