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Anxiety, stress, and overstimulation are a few of the factors that can cause you to toss and turn at night. If you have ever spent a night tossing and turning<\/strong> without getting more than a total hour of sleep, you understand the struggle. The sun rises and you are immediately in a bad mood because you were unsuccessful at getting proper shuteye. In this article, we will explore why tossing and turning occurs and how to put it to bed, pun fully intended.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are numerous reasons that cause you to toss and turn all night. Overstimulation, an underlying medical condition, anxiety<\/a>, and more are all potential causes. Let\u2019s take a closer look at more causes and how they impact your sleep.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Feelings Of Stress<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Stress can cause a variety of physical and mental symptoms that can make it harder to fall asleep. High stress levels can cause tense muscles, which can make it difficult for your body to relax while lying in bed. A study from 2017 found that higher stress levels reduced overall sleep quality in medical students. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inconsistent Sleep Schedule<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Going to bed when you are not tired, or going to bed too late or too early, can affect overall sleep quality. It seems strange that being overly tired can make it harder to fall asleep, but it happens a lot. The main thing researchers want you to know is that a consistent sleep schedule can reduce tossing and turning and increase sleep duration. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Feeling Anxious<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you have an anxiety disorder, increased anxiety at night can make it harder to fall asleep<\/strong> and remain asleep. A 2017 study found that somatic anxiety significantly impacted sleep quality. An anxious or racing mind can make you feel restless, which can cause you to toss and turn more than normal.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Being Overstimulated<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The National Sleep Foundation notes that blue light from phones, TVs, and other electronic devices can delay the production of melatonin, the sleep hormone. Loud noises and bright lights from outside the bedroom can also stimulate the senses. The combination of blue light exposure<\/a> and loud noises can cause you to toss and turn.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Imbalanced Diet<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Never underestimate the repercussions of a poor diet. There are nutrients in foods that support the body\u2019s production of melatonin<\/a>, in addition to other neurotransmitters that regulate sleep. An imbalance in these nutrients can make it more difficult to fall asleep<\/a>. Keep track of the foods you eat and consider modifying your diet, focusing on fresh fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, lean protein, whole grains, and legumes.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Underlying Health Conditions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Certain health conditions can lead to poor sleep quality. The most common conditions that cause sleep troubles are as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n