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BBC Health 03 September 2026

Why ‘sleepmaxxing’ could be making your sleep worse

The things you're doing to make your sleep better could actually be making your sleep worse.

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You might be trying too hard to sleep better.** Things like strict bedtime rules, special supplements, or expensive sleep gadgets can actually create stress and make it harder to fall asleepโ€”the opposite of what you want.
Relax your sleep routine if it's causing you stress.** If you're anxious about following perfect sleep habits, try loosening up and keeping things simple insteadโ€”sometimes your best sleep comes from not overthinking it.
The key is finding what works for you without obsessing over it.** A calm, natural approach to sleep usually works better than forcing yourself to follow complicated sleep rules.

Always speak to your doctor before making any changes to your health or treatment.

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The things you're doing to make your sleep better could actually be making your sleep worse.

📋 Remember: This is general health information. Always speak to your GP or specialist about your own health situation.
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