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How can I combat sleepiness without caffeine?

Every so often (more often recently) I get these bouts of extreme sleepiness at work. It strikes quite quickly, and I get to the stage when I only have to rest my head on my hand for a second and I'm asleep! It makes working life v difficult, as I sometimes feel quite dizzy with it and unable to focus on anything. I find myself going to the loo just so I can close my eyes for 3 minutes! I literally feel like I've been drugged. I usually get 7-8 hours sleep a night, and it doesn't seem to be affected by getting less sleep at night- it seems pretty random...

BUT due to a caffeine sensitivity I can't rely on that to wake me up, or any energy drinks. Any other tips?!

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  • REDRUM
    Lv 7
    9 years ago
    Favorite Answer

    Lots of fresh air, take a walk or keep your window open for a fresh supply of air.

  • Erika
    Lv 4
    5 years ago

    Splash your face with chilly water, take a snooze, hear to loud or outstanding music - or issues that make you sing alongside. Get people to communicate to you - that works for me interior the vehicle whilst i'm employing.

  • Anonymous
    9 years ago

    In your spare time or whenever you have the chance, you should take naps. That will help you to stay Awake and fresh for when you have to work.

  • 88
    Lv 6
    9 years ago

    Go to sleep. That would definitely conquer sleepiness.

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  • 9 years ago

    Get some addies

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