Do you keep waking up at 2 or 3 a.m. for no reason? Experts say it\u2019s more common than you think \u2014 and your body might be trying to tell you something <\/p>\n
1. Stress and anxiety
\nWhen your brain is on high alert, it releases cortisol \u2014 the stress hormone \u2014 which keeps your body from reaching deep sleep.<\/p>\n
2. Blood sugar drops
\nEating too much sugar or carbs before bed can cause your blood sugar to crash later in the night, waking you up suddenly.<\/p>\n
3. Alcohol or dehydration
\nA nightcap might make you sleepy at first, but alcohol disrupts your sleep cycles and dehydrates your body \u2014 leading to those 3 a.m. wake-ups.<\/p>\n
4. Overheating
\nYour body temperature naturally drops while you sleep. If your room or blanket is too warm, your body wakes you to cool down.<\/p>\n
5. Hidden health issues
\nConditions like sleep apnea, thyroid imbalance, or acid reflux can all trigger nighttime awakenings.<\/p>\n
How to fix it:
\nTry keeping a consistent sleep schedule, avoid heavy meals or screens before bed, and keep your bedroom cool, dark, and quiet.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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