Tips To Adjust to Daylight Savings Time!

Do you find yourself even more tired now that daylight savings time is in effect? 

If yes - don't worry because this is completely normal! The first few days after the initiation of daylight savings are quite difficult since our body's natural rhythm is disrupted. 

According to the New England Journal of Medicine -traffic accidents are 8.6% more common on the first Monday of daylight saving time, according to an analysis of Canadian data from 1996.  

Here are some tips on how to adjust to daylight savings!

-- Avoid caffeine after lunchtime

--Eat dinner 3 hours prior to bedtime

--Avoid lying in your bed, until it is time to sleep

--Avoid taking naps during the day if possible

--Do not do any work in your bed, your bed should only be for sleep and sex

--Avoid dim lighting during the day, let as much bright light into your home or workspace as possible

--Exercise at least 3 times a week, but not before bedtime

--Play relaxing music to help soothe your mind and clear your thoughts while lying in bed before sleeping

--Find relaxation techniques that work for you - like deep breathing, stretches, or meditation that can be performed when you have difficulty sleeping

--Make sure that your room is dark when it's time for bedtime!

--Avoid alcohol before bedtime (tip: "nightcaps" might make you sleepy but alcohol decreases your quality of sleep)

Hope this helps to improve your sleep and your mood! 

Please email me at DoctorDeenaMD@gmail.com for any medical questions.

Sweet dreams everyone!


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