Written by: Ehsan Siddiqui
26 June 2025
Think a late scroll or skipping dinner isn’t a big deal? Many seemingly harmless habits may be silently sabotaging your sleep, energy levels, and long-term health. Here's what you should avoid.
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Using phones late at night isn't just bad for your eyes, the blue light emitted from the screen can also disrupt melatonin production and hamper your sleep.
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Smoking and drinking alcohol right before bed may seem like ways to unwind, but they actually raise your heart rate and keep your brain active when it should be shutting down.
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Eating heavy and hard-to-digest foods right before bed can lead to indigestion or acid reflux because it can overburden your digestive tract, which makes it harder to fall asleep.
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Lying in bed replaying the day or worrying about tomorrow? This mental strain can disrupt your sleep. To prepare for sleep, your brain requires time to unwind and transition out of problem-solving mode.
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Exercise is good for sleep, but avoid doing it right before bed. The body remains overly energized, the pulse rate remains high, and calming down takes longer.
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Although skipping dinner might not seem like a big deal, it can induce blood sugar fluctuations, late-night cravings, and disrupt your metabolism and sleep cycle. Instead, go for a light, well-balanced dinner.
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