Three ways to help keep your sleep on track as the clocks go forward

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STICKING to a regular sleep routine can reduce your risk of stroke, cardiac arrest and heart failure. Even if you get a solid eight hours a night , studies show that those who don’t go to bed and get up at roughly the same times are 26 per cent more at risk. 4 We tested three products to help keep your sleep on track as the clocks go forward So today, as the clocks change , I look at ways to keep sleep on track .

CAPSULES THE capsules from Revive Active contain two of my favourite sleep aids – Montmorency cherry and magnesium bisglycinate. The tart cherry is thought to increase melatonin levels in the body, promoting better quality sleep. 4 Revive Active's capsules contain both Montmorency cherry and magnesium bisglycinate.



Credit: Supplied Magnesium is great for sleep, and these capsules – which also contain calming chamomile and lavender – use the type that is softest on your stomach. READ MORE ON SUPPLEMENTS REST EASY The A to Z guide for your best night's sleep ever - from quickies to chickpeas I popped two before bed and they definitely boosted my quality of sleep without that groggy feeling in the morning. Daily use is said to contribute to better concentration, too.

£24.95 per box – 60 capsules. £0.

83 a day reviveactive.com . DIFFUSER WELLBEING brand Neom has released a mini version of its best-selling diffuser.

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plus 5 other brain-boosting snacks Sleep girl cocktail 4 The Neom Wellbeing Pod Mini has no water tank and lasts long Credit: Supplied The Neom Wellbeing Pod Mini is dinky but packs a punch, throwing out a scent in minutes. Simply put your favourite oil scent inside for whatever mood you’re trying to achieve and it is converted into micro-fine vapour. I loved that this has no water tank, like other diffusers do, and once charged, it lasted a decent amount of time.

I had it in the living room before bedtime and used Neom’s Perfect Night’s Sleep essential oil blend with lavender, sweet basil and jasmine for relaxation. Blissful. Currently on offer for £46.

75 at boots.com . CHOCOLATE POWDER YOUTH & Earth’s Sleep Dust hot chocolate is infused with Ecuadorian cacao that is “ceremonial grade” – high-grade and traditionally produced.

4 This hot chocolate contains Reishi extract and L-theanine to help relaxation Credit: Supplied The drink also has traditional botanicals and modern nutrients to aid peaceful, restorative sleep. Nutrients include Reishi extract and L-theanine for relaxation; valerian root extract and 5-HTP to enhance sleep quality; honokiol, which is from the bark of magnolia trees, to ease anxiety; and magnesium, ashwagandha and B vitamins for your nervous system. This tasted great.

I had it an hour before bed and had a deep, solid sleep. I love the fact it is just 42 calories per 12g sachet, too. Read more on the Scottish Sun ROUNDABOUT 'MURDER' Driver, 50, killed in 'road rage' fight at roundabout - as man charged LAID TO REST Rangers fan who died in Turkey 'takes final walk' by Ibrox as mourners gather From £35.

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