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We get messages from you guys from time to time about some of the subjects we discuss here on Relax and Reclaim. Some of it is from the comments you guys leave (keep 'em coming!) and other times through our contact form on the slider. About a couple of weeks ago, the topic you asked about was sleep health. More specifically, how to beat insomnia. Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this subject. Let's get into it! taking a nap Improving Sleep: A guide to good rest We all say we want better sleep. But if we’re being honest… some of our bedtime habits are basically working against us. You know the routine: “ I’ll just watch one more video …” “ I’ll go to bed after this …” “ I’m not even that tired—wait, why am I wide awake now ?” Somewhere along the way, sleep turned into something we try to force instead of something we naturally fall into. The good news? You don’t need a complicated routine or a complete life overhaul. A few small habits—done consistently—can make a bigge...

Bonus Part: The Internet Era (2010s–Present) ** BUT FIRST AN APOLOGY **  We get a little busy around here sometimes doing research on topics and drafting new articles. Our brains are SO BUSY ... The " World's Most Dangerous Diet Trends " series was supposed to have a fourth bonus article for your perusal. Our research team got swamped with info about insomnia and lost track of this bonus article. ICYMI - Parts: 1 , 2 , 3 So without further ado, here is your bonus article: As if the diet trends from the previous 4 to 5 decades weren't risky enough, the internet changed how we share information.  Unfortunately, it also made bad ideas spread faster. Modern " hacks " often prioritize shock value over actual health benefits. However unbelievable it may seem, this is the stuff people were doing to their bodies to trim a few pounds off.   All of this happened in just over the past 10 years or so... The Cotton Ball "Crave"  One of the most dang...