INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Eating foods with more anti-oxidants and avoiding junk food can contribute to better sleep. Try adding fresh fruits, lean meats, and beans to your diet. Add foods incrementally so that you can tell which foods are most and least helpful for your body. You should consult a doctor before significantly changing your diet. This can be a tricky change to fit into a budget, as often the best foods cost more or take more time to prepare. However, try adding 1 or 2 good foods for sleep or decreasing any food you know impacts your sleep, and you can attempt this step without spending too much extra. Tart cherry juice can help with sleep if you drink 1 glass a day, as it may increase melatonin. Spending around 10-15 minutes in the sun can trigger the hormones that help keep you awake. Again, unless you do shift work, you should be able to do this without affecting your budget. Getting enough sunlight is especially important in the morning, as early morning sunlight will help to regulate your circadian rhythms. Conversely, exposure to evening sunlight can delay sleep, so be careful when taking late evening walks if you want to go to bed early. . Drinking enough water is essential for the basic functioning of your body, and yes, even sleep. Getting enough water during the day will help you rest more soundly. It will also keep you from waking up thirsty. Unless you insist on bottled or sparkling water, this step shouldn't add much to your budget. While drinking water is important for sleep, be careful not to drink a lot just before bed, as it can cause you to interrupt your sleep with repeated trips to the restroom. Exercise can help your body with normal functioning and give you more energy. It has been linked to better sleep, but if you exercise just before you go to bed you may have more trouble sleeping. Try exercising no later than 3 hours before bed. This is another cost-effective way to help your sleep. Even walking for 15 minutes a day can improve your overall health. While not a lot of scientific testing has definitively proven the medical benefits of many supplements, many people find that they add to their relief. Costs for supplements can vary widely from melatonin and valerian at the lower end at 4 to 8 cents a dose to L-tryptophan at the other end at a whopping 45 cents a dose. The following supplements might be helpful: Valerian root may help with sleep problems, but it can also interact with sedatives and some antidepressants. Melatonin has also been thought to help with sleep, but should also be taken with care, as it can interact with some prescriptions. Omega-3 fatty acids are thought to help with sleep as well, but can affect blood-thinning medications. Although it is commonly found in foods, the high amounts in supplements require extra care. With 5-hydroxytryptophan it is especially important to check with a doctor before beginning it, as it can have serious contraindications with MAOI inhibitors and SSRIs. Chamomile is a supplement that acts a sedative, and so can help with sleep. It is important to take care when taking in higher doses, as it can cause vomiting and allergic reactions for those who are allergic to ragweed, daisies, or similar allergens. They may be able to best help with choosing the supplements that are right for you. They can take into consideration your age, health conditions, diet, and other medications and provide a safe and healthy plan for you to follow as you address your sleeping problems. Make sure you consider the following when making a decision about alternative care: Your primary doctor may be able to provide a reference for an alternative provider. Many states have certification programs for alternative health professionals, the requirements for which can vary. Your insurance may not cover all alternative health providers.

SUMMARY: Change your diet. Increase your time in the sun. Stay hydrated Exercise, but do it early in the day. Try herbal supplements. Speak with an alternative medical professional.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Whether this is a preliminary hearing or the final hearing, you, as the petitioner, must be present. If you fail to appear, your divorce could be seriously delayed or even dismissed. Be on time. Give yourself plenty of time to park and find the courthouse. Arrange for childcare, judges do not typically allow children in the courtroom and they can't be left unattended. You can bring a companion for assistance and moral support, but your friend cannot come up to the table with you. Stand when you are addressing the judge and answer all questions. If you don't understand a question, ask the judge to explain. You are divorced as soon as the judge signs the orders. You and your ex-spouse can begin separating property and arranging child visitation. You can make copies of your divorce decree as needed for changing your name on your identification, leases, contracts, and for your child's school. Most entities will accept a photocopy of the decree. However, some agencies or organizations may require a certified copy of the decree. Contact the court clerk for instructions on how to order certified copies. There may be a small fee for this service. Even though the judge's signature granted your divorce, it is not legally finalized until 31 calendar days after the divorce decree is filed with the court. This is the appeal period where your spouse can file an appeal to change the terms of the agreement. This is extremely rare and very difficult to do, so don't worry. The primary significance of this is that you cannot get married until the 31-day period has expired.

SUMMARY:
Attend your court hearing. Receive your documents. Wait for your divorce to finalize.