Which of the following is a healthy bedtime routine?
a. eat a large meal, get into bed, read for 30 minutes
b. take a bath, get into bed, discuss monthly budget and bills
c. take a bath, read for 30 minutes, get into bed
d. read for 30 minutes, get into bed, watch tv for an hour

The correct answer is take a bath, read for 30 minutes, then get into bed. You'll want to avoid eating a large meal before bed, as your slowed sleeping metabolism will cause much of that meal to become fat. It is better to eat an early meal and have only a small snack before bed if absolutely necessary. You'll also want to avoid complicated discussions like budgeting near bed time, as this will get your mind working at an increased rate, possibly leading to stress, and decreasing ability to sleep. Watching by just before bed is another habit to avoid for a good night's rest, as the screen on a tv or computer can mimic sunlight, causing our brains to prime themselves for the day, not for sleep time. It is therefore best to clean yourself, read for 30 minutes to prime your mind for relaxation, and get into your bed only when it is time to go to sleep.