7. Alcohol
Though alcohol can make you feel drowsy, it’s actually not good for your sleep, even in small amounts. This is because alcohol interrupts your normal sleep patterns, especially in the second half of the night as your body breaks down the alcohol.
When you drink alcohol before bedtime, it makes you wake up a lot and decreases the quality of your sleep. Alcohol can also make sleep apnea symptoms worse.
8. Screen time
No matter whether it’s your television, cell phone, or computer, staring at a screen before bed can make it hard to fall asleep. This is because screens emit a frequency of light (blue light) that sends a wake-up signal to your brain.
Going on social media, replying to email, or reading/watching the news right before bed can also cause digital overload, which can also make it hard to get to sleep.