Health Tip: Avoid Too Much Activity Before Bedtime

(HealthDay News) -- Your behavior and activities before bedtime can affect how well you're sleeping at night.

The American Academy of Pediatrics offers suggestions for better sleep:

• Don't drink alcohol within at least four hours of bedtime.

• Cut out all caffeine at least four hours before bedtime.

• Stop eating spicy, heavy foods at least four hours before bedtime.

• Don't exercise heavily at least two hours before bedtime.

• In the hour before bedtime, avoid activities such as watching TV, playing video games or having in an argument.