Can Sugar Keep You Awake? The Connection Between Sugar and Sleep
By Charles R. Freeman, Ph.D. Can sugar keep you awake? Many people are surprised to learn that the answer is yes. While stress and anxiety are common causes of insomnia, sugar can also affect sleep quality, energy levels, and nighttime awakenings. As a behavioral medicine psychologist specializing in insomnia, I often encourage patients to examine […]
Why Does Alcohol Make Me Sleepy? The Truth About Alcohol and Sleep
By Dr. Charles R. Freeman, Ph.D. Why does alcohol make me sleepy? Alcohol makes you sleepy because it acts as a sedative and slows activity in the brain and nervous system. While this may help you fall asleep faster, alcohol often disrupts sleep quality later in the night. It decreases deep restorative sleep, increases nighttime […]