4 Tips to Help You Wind Down at the End of the Day

We know it’s hard to make a meal after a long workday. But, there are some super simple recipes – like cauliflower tacos – that make eating early on weeknights even easier. As a general rule of thumb, it’s best to avoid food for at least two hours before bed because your body can have a hard time falling asleep if it’s still digesting dinner. And, there are some food and beverages that make bedtime even more difficult. Read: caffeine, alcohol, and highly processed foods.

Turn off your phone before bed or at least keep it out of reach. The light from our screens disrupts our body’s melatonin production, making it even harder for us to get those zzz’s. Did you know the blue light actually tricks our bodies into thinking it’s still daytime? Pro tip: If you read on an iPad or Kindle, you can try Warby Parker blue light blocking glasses. (They’re cute, too!)

Set the bedtime scene by diffusing an essential oil before bed, like lavender. It’s known for its calming and relaxing properties that can help ease feelings of tension. You can also try using white noise if you have roommates or family members that stay up later than you.

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