We enjoy catching up with family and friends during the festivities but we may have sacrificed our rest. This may happen when we do not sleep at our regular time or when we have shorter, insufficient sleeping time.

Recommendations to aid better sleep

• Regulate sleep cycle - sleeping and waking at the same time every day.
• Sufficient sleep-

1. Adults - 7-8 hours
2. Teenagers (13-18 yo) - 8-10 hours 
3. Children (6-12 yo) - 9-12 hours 

• No caffeine, alcohol and devices with blue light, 1-3 hours before bedtime
• No heavy exercises before bedtime 

Coming back to work after a long holiday may be stressful. Adding on to the pack schedule during the festivities

Recommendation on coping with stress:

• Physical activity - regular exercises - brisk walking, yoga
• Maintain proper sleep routine - getting sufficient sleep
• Eating healthy regular meals
• Avoid taking excessive caffeine
• Reach out to friends and family members to help you cope in a positive way.

One of the things that may need attention during Raya is control of Diabetes. After a month of fasting, everyone is going back to taking their normal meals. During celebrations, there might be some over indulging as well.

• Recommendations for Sugar Control-
• Recommend for regular blood glucose monitoring for diabetics.
• Recommend Continuous Glucose Monitor for more comprehensive understanding of sugar trends.
• Increase physical activity
• Take a walk after a meal
• Have gatherings using group activities like pickleball
• Remind on proper portioning (suku-suku separuh)
• Eat slowly (you are more aware of when you are full & thus, may less likely overeat).