Selina Byrne Sleep & Fatigue Tip
Selina Byrne is a Melbourne Psychologist and Clinical Nutritionist @ www.Selinabyrne.com.au. If you are feeling a bit drained and not sleeping too well, think about the big screen effect.
Our sleep/wake cycle operates via melatonin release, which is triggered by light and dark. We need darkness kicking in around the time the sun goes down for optimal melatonin release and this is interrupted by the use of big screen TVs and laptop devices. Many people jump on Facebook or other sites to unwind later at night and then find they have trouble activating the sleep switch in their own brain once they go to bed.
Take away the bright screens earlier and try using a handheld device with less brightness. Consider asking your health practitioner to check your melatonin levels as some people benefit from supplementation. Morning sunlight and exercise will help boost night time melatonin production too.