Many old-fashioned remedies for sleeplessness work for some people. Next time you find yourself unable to sleep, try these time-tested cures. Avoid caffeine in all forms after lunchtime. Check the labels for content. Avoid long naps during the day.
Naps decrease the quality of nighttime sleep.
Avoid more than one or two servings of alcoholic beverages at dinnertime and during the rest of the evening. Even though alcohol is a sedative, it can disrupt sleep. Always check with your doctor about using alcohol if you are taking medications. Take a long, warm bath before bedtime. This soothes and unwinds tense muscles, leaving you relaxed enough to fall asleep.