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A new week

Broken_Bridges72
Broken_Bridges72

One week down and another one starting.  I like my job..It keeps me extremely busy which was what I wanted.  


I have been suffering from an illness that I've been on antibiotics for a week.  I made some changes to my diet.  I've been caffiene free for over a week.  Now I will start to avoid sugar.  I have developed terrible insomnia, worse than before. I'm only getting about 3-4 hrs of sleep a night.  It's been going on for a couple of weeks now.  I wake up exhausted in the morning.  I'm thinking it might be a symptom of caffiene withdrawal but cant be sure.  Tonight I am going to walk on treadmill awhile to see if it tires me out.  Trying to develop good habits.


malibumark
malibumark
That’s a good idea. Are you getting enough calories to eat? One thing I learned is that you need enough food energy to stay asleep since so much metabolic and restorative functions go on while you’re sleeping. You may be waking because you need food? Just a thought. If you’re worried about weight gain one remedy is to eat one whole baked potato one hour before going to sleep. Plain. It will give you enough energy to stay asleep! Just thoughts
GirlinCalif
GirlinCalif
Always a good idea to develop a healthier lifestyle.

Does this have anything to do with your nightly drinking alcohol, do you think?

Just something to consider, while you're making these other diet changes anyway. Since alcohol can disrupt sleep in so many ways.... drinking too much, stopping drinking suddenly, etc.

Glad the new job is working out for you!
Broken_Bridges72
Broken_Bridges72
I eat two meals daily. And I've been caffiene free for a week and a half. I started walked on the treadmill at dinnertime. It has helped my sleep alot.
As far as the drinking goes, by the time I get off work and start driving, I'm home by 6pm. I dont have time to stop at the bar anymore which is a good thing. This job has helped me in many ways.
rmb
rmb
Lots of things can cause poor sleep: illness, hormonal changes (perimenopause/ menopause), changes in routine, etc. Just might take a bit to settle into a new routine.
eli_mom
eli_mom
Hi- Healthier lifestyle is a good idea. Keep it up.
It’s great to hear that your job is helping you in many ways. I’m happy for you.

Please keep us posted, God bless.
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