Top 10 health tips for Christmas - No 5
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5. Get some sleep
We know Christmas is all about having fun, eating and drinking, but research has shown that the a cold or other seasonal snuffle.
Your body and brain recharge when you're under the covers and also fight off infections. Try drinking a warm, milky drink before bed, and, if you've been up or out partying, make sure you give yourself time to wind down and switch off before jumping into bed.
- It's even more important than usual to eat a good breakfast at this time of the year
By Rob Mansfield
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