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How does caffeine affect my sleep?

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How does caffeine affect my sleep?

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Caffeine affects your sleep in that it's a shock to your system, making drifting off to sleep difficult. Watch sleep expert Michael Breus, PhD, explain why a cut-off time for caffeine in the afternoon is beneficial if you are sensitive to it.

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