{"id":21094,"date":"2017-12-12T13:10:45","date_gmt":"2017-12-12T13:10:45","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/thevoiceoflondon.co.uk\/?p=21094"},"modified":"2017-12-12T13:10:45","modified_gmt":"2017-12-12T13:10:45","slug":"revealed-the-top-7-things-you-should-never-do-in-your-night-time-routine","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.westminster.ac.uk\/thevoiceoflondon\/revealed-the-top-7-things-you-should-never-do-in-your-night-time-routine\/","title":{"rendered":"Revealed: The top 7 things you should never do in your night time routine"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">We all know London as a metropolitan, diverse and ambitious destination that almost all tourists want to visit in their lifetime.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">But for many locals, it&#8217;s an expensive and at times draining city to be living in. It isn&#8217;t unusual that\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Londoners tend to complain about being more stressed, more tired and having a lower tolerance for coping with crowdedness around the city.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_21095\" style=\"width: 750px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/blog.westminster.ac.uk\/thevoiceoflondon\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/64\/2017\/12\/pexels-photo-374815.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21095\" class=\"size-large wp-image-21095\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.westminster.ac.uk\/thevoiceoflondon\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/64\/2017\/12\/pexels-photo-374815-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"740\" height=\"494\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-21095\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo credit: Pexels<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">In the midst of the exasperating lifestyle that comes with living in <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">the capital<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">, there is just one thing to remember: stick to a good night time routine.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Watch the video below to learn the top <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">seven<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">\u00a0things you should avoid as you prepare to fall asleep.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"7 Things You Shouldn&#039;t Do In Your Night Time Routine\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/QJ3N1o8J9QY?start=11&#038;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><strong>So what should you be doing instead?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Below are some healthy alternatives that will benefit your sleep at night, leaving you feeling refreshed and ready for a new day in the city.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">1. Reading &#8211; Instead of using your phone, try reading a book or a magazine. Stick to physical copies rather than your e-reader or kindle, as these devices also emit blue light which <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">prevents<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> your body from regulating sleep.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_21097\" style=\"width: 750px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/blog.westminster.ac.uk\/thevoiceoflondon\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/64\/2017\/12\/pexels-photo-324129.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21097\" class=\"size-large wp-image-21097\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.westminster.ac.uk\/thevoiceoflondon\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/64\/2017\/12\/pexels-photo-324129-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"740\" height=\"494\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-21097\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Pexels<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">2. Listening to music &#8211; Calming music will enable your brain to relax and unwind.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> Listen<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> to music while staying off your phone, create a playlist or listen to radio stations like Classic FM.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_21104\" style=\"width: 750px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/blog.westminster.ac.uk\/thevoiceoflondon\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/64\/2017\/12\/cute-female-girl-headphones-41553.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21104\" class=\"size-large wp-image-21104\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.westminster.ac.uk\/thevoiceoflondon\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/64\/2017\/12\/cute-female-girl-headphones-41553-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"740\" height=\"494\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-21104\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Pexels<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">3. Consistent hydration &#8211; Drink plenty throughout the day rather than all at once at night. Be sure to use the bathroom before bed to avoid disturbing your sleeping pattern.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_21098\" style=\"width: 750px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/blog.westminster.ac.uk\/thevoiceoflondon\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/64\/2017\/12\/pexels-photo-89525.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21098\" class=\"wp-image-21098 size-large\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.westminster.ac.uk\/thevoiceoflondon\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/64\/2017\/12\/pexels-photo-89525-1024x730.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"740\" height=\"528\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-21098\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Pexels<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">4. Yoga &#8211; Yoga is a much slower and calmer form of exercise that will not cause your brain to over-stimulate before bed. It is a safe and effective way to increase flexibility, balance and strength plus allowing time for self-reflection.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_21099\" style=\"width: 750px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/blog.westminster.ac.uk\/thevoiceoflondon\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/64\/2017\/12\/pexels-photo-374694.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21099\" class=\"size-large wp-image-21099\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.westminster.ac.uk\/thevoiceoflondon\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/64\/2017\/12\/pexels-photo-374694-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"740\" height=\"494\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-21099\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Pexels<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">5. Light snack &#8211; Plain snacks like a small bowl of cereal or a few crackers with cheese are a much healthier option than a large meal. Eating around <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">three <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">hours before bed will prevent gastroesophageal reflux disease and indigestion.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_21100\" style=\"width: 750px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/blog.westminster.ac.uk\/thevoiceoflondon\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/64\/2017\/12\/pexels-photo-135525.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21100\" class=\"size-large wp-image-21100\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.westminster.ac.uk\/thevoiceoflondon\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/64\/2017\/12\/pexels-photo-135525-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"740\" height=\"494\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-21100\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Pexels<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">6. Caffeine free drinks &#8211; Green and chamomile tea are two examples of healthier fluids to drink before going to sleep. They are proven to help digest food, control blood pressure and calm the mind which is perfect <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">for ending<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> a long day. Green tea has much less caffeine than coffee, while chamomile has none at all.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_21102\" style=\"width: 750px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/blog.westminster.ac.uk\/thevoiceoflondon\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/64\/2017\/12\/pexels-photo-209356.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21102\" class=\"size-large wp-image-21102\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.westminster.ac.uk\/thevoiceoflondon\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/64\/2017\/12\/pexels-photo-209356-1024x642.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"740\" height=\"464\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-21102\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Pexels<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">7. Better communication &#8211; Talking about your feelings beforehand and controlling <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">tone of voice are both ways to refrain from serious arguments. Whilst not all issues are easy to solve, these methods can give you a much better chance of having a good night\u2019s sleep.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_21103\" style=\"width: 750px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"http:\/\/blog.westminster.ac.uk\/thevoiceoflondon\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/64\/2017\/12\/pexels-photo-416696.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-21103\" class=\"size-large wp-image-21103\" src=\"http:\/\/blog.westminster.ac.uk\/thevoiceoflondon\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/64\/2017\/12\/pexels-photo-416696-1024x562.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"740\" height=\"406\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-21103\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Pixabay<\/p><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\nWhen living in London, you cannot avoid being confronted by waves of traffic, noise and pollution no matter where you go. Giving your body the time to relax and wind down at the end of the day is therefore just as important as having a disciplined morning routine, and vital for your overall health.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>Words and video: Jessica Kwan<\/em> | <em>Subbing: Asya Gadzheva<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We all know London as a metropolitan, diverse and ambitious destination that almost all tourists want to visit in their lifetime. 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