A new review of 27 studies found that alcohol does not improve sleep quality. According to the findings of these studies, alcohol induces faster and deeper sleep in healthy people but it reduces rapid eye movement sleep (during which the eyes move rapidly around). Apart from this, the more alcohol you consume before sleeping, the more it will affect your sleep. Rapid eye movement sleep lasts for about 90 minutes after falling asleep.

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Today in this article you will learn about the research in which it has been claimed that drinking alcohol spoils sleep.

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  1. Alcohol causes many problems related to sleep - Study
  2. Tips for good sleep
  3. Takeaway
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"Rapid eye movement sleep is more mentally restorative sleep," says Michael Brace, Ph.D., a sleep specialist in Scottsdale, Ariz. Alcohol doesn't help you sleep well and deeply. If you live, you are at a higher risk of sleepwalkingsleep talking, and memory problems."

New research published in the journal Sleep suggests that to get a good night's sleep, you need to cut down on nicotine or alcohol consumption and no caffeine within 4 hours before bedtime. Research says that it helps in getting longer and deeper sleep.

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Adopt the following habits to get a good and sound sleep -

  • Exercise regularly, but be careful not to exercise a few hours before bedtime.
  • Do not consume caffeine, alcohol, or nicotine in the evening.
  • Keep your room temperature cool.
  • Set a time to sleep and wake up.

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Drinking alcohol affects sleep. Due to this, even insomnia may have to be faced. This has also been confirmed in the research done in this regard. Therefore, if someone drinks alcohol and is a victim of insomnia, he should stop drinking as soon as possible. Along with this, exercise and yoga should be done regularly and a balanced diet should be taken.

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