How To Adjust To Daylight Saving Time

	How To Adjust To Daylight Saving Time Expand the description and view the text of the steps for this how-to video. Check out Howcast for other do-it-yourself videos from BajillionairesClub and more videos in the Sleep category. You can contribute too! Create your own DIY guide at www.howcast.com or produce your own Howcast spots with the Howcast Filmmakers Program at www.howcast.com Your body is more affected by losing one hour of sleep than you might think! Make this year's transition easier with these tips. To complete this How-To you will need: Earlier bed and waking times Sunlight Exercise A melatonin supplement Defensive driving Leisurely mornings Step 1: Get up earlier Begin the transition six days before the clock changes by going to bed and getting up 10 minutes earlier each day than the previous one. If you have kids, make them do the same. Step 2: Let in the light During those six days, get some sunlight as soon as you get up and avoid light in the hours before bedtime. Controlling light intake helps your body's internal clock adjust to the earlier waking and sleeping times. Tip: Avoid naps in the days leading up to the switch. Step 3: Get some exercise Get some exercise on the afternoon before the 2 am time change, like a brisk, 30-minute walk. Exercise releases serotonin, which helps advance your biological clock. Tip: Forego exercise within three hours of bedtime; it may interfere with your ability to fall asleep. Step 4: Take melatonin Take a melatonin supplement four or five hours before you go <b>...</b>	From: Howcast Views: 7128 87 ratings
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