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Sleep Basics: What the Evidence Actually Says

Consistency, light and a cool room matter more than any gadget.

Sleep researchers return to the same fundamentals: keep regular hours, get daylight in the morning, and keep the bedroom dark and cool.

Caffeine late in the day and screens right before bed can delay sleep for some people, though effects vary widely.