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Part of staying healthy is getting lots of sleep. I try to get a nap each day. Once you can't get enough sleep during the night, make sure you get some sleep during the day. Even if you intended for it to be a nap and it ended up being a sleep. It is better. Getting you sleep renews you mind and you are able to think better. 10243
Sleep-deprived people eat more.High blood glucose can wake you up to urinate, while low blood glucose can wake you with hunger. People with diabetes are more likely to have sleep apnea and the loss of zzz's can undermine blood sugar control. Poor sleep may cause diabetes or worsen it if you have been diagnosed with diabetes. Most sleep deprived people reach for high carb foods when they should in fact eat fruits and veggies. Not enough sleep causes depression.
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To help you sleep eat turkey, 1/2 banana, or have a cup of camomile tea.
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