05-11-2018 08:00 via theguardian.com

Seven ways to address insomnia

From ditching curry and booze to keeping your eyes off the clock, here is a guide for anyone suffering sleepless nightsYour bedroom is for sleep, right?* So stop using it as your living room. It is your sanctuary: keep it tranquil and dark. Your body needs darkness to release melatonin, which in turn helps you sleep – so invest in blackout blinds or an eye mask. Switch off mobile phones and computer screens, as their LED screen blue light is particularly unhelpful for melatonin production.
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