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Can You Make Your Mornings Better? Take Our Quiz and Find Out

Review AARP’s 25 Great Ways to Create a Calm Morning Routine, then test your knowledge


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It’s important to start the day off right, and your morning routine can play a key role. Want the details? Read AARP’s 25 Great Ways to Create a Calm Morning Routine, then take our quiz.

Question 1 of 10

Why should you avoid screens two hours before bed?

Screens emit blue light, which interferes with melatonin, the hormone that regulates sleep. This disruption can negatively affect your sleep cycle, leading to poor rest and fatigue the next day.​

Question 2 of 10

What is a key reason to limit alcohol before sleep?

When your body processes alcohol, it can trigger a nervous-system reaction that disrupts sleep. Such nighttime awakenings make it harder to fall back asleep.​

Question 3 of 10

Why is eating a large meal before bed discouraged?

Large or late meals can trigger heartburn and impair sleep quality. Additionally, a full stomach prevents beneficial morning gut contractions that occur when the stomach is empty.

Question 4 of 10

What is the benefit of drinking water immediately after waking?

We go hours without hydration during sleep, making the morning the driest time of our day. Drinking water when you wake up rehydrates your body.​

Question 5 of 10

How does gratitude-journaling benefit your health?

Writing down things you’re grateful for has been shown to reduce inflammatory markers, improve sleep quality and enhance mental well-being.​

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Question 6 of 10

What is a key effect of deep breathing in the morning?

Deep breathing helps lower cortisol (an important stress hormone), reduces anxiety, and can even support blood pressure regulation.​

Question 7 of 10

Why should you avoid social media during the first hour of your day?

Jumping into social media or the news immediately doesn’t give your brain time to focus or prepare. That can lead to a reactive, rather than intentional, start to your day.​

Question 8 of 10

What is the main benefit of morning sunlight exposure?

Sunlight helps the body produce vitamin D, which supports bone, skin and brain health. It also contributes to our overall well-being.​

Question 9 of 10

A morning workout is a great way to start the day. What is one recommended guideline for effective intensity while exercising?

A good intensity level allows you to hold a conversation but not sing. This indicates you’re working hard enough to benefit your cardiovascular system.​

Question 10 of 10

Why is a high-protein breakfast especially important as people age?

As we age, our muscle mass naturally declines. Protein helps maintain muscle strength and prevent weakness, making it an essential part of a healthy breakfast.​

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