1. Maintain a consistent schedule
The #1 tip for better sleep is to stick to a consistent sleep schedule – which means going to bed and waking up at the same time seven nights a week. Although it can be tempting to go to bed later and sleep in on the weekends, research shows that doing so is actually associated with worse mood, poorer health, and heart disease.
2. Cut out late-night meals
While you shouldn’t go to bed hungry, eating too much before bed sets you up for a night of restless sleep. If you have to eat, opt for foods that promote sleep, which include things like bananas, nuts, dairy products, and fruits.