What does it mean when you can't sleep and your heart is beating fast?

What does it mean when you can't sleep and your heart is beating fast?

Stress: Anxiety, depression, and stress can affect your heart rate. Alcohol or caffeine: Having either of these stimulants close to bedtime can cause your heart to race and make it difficult for you to sleep. Bedtime snacks: What you eat also affects your heart.

How do you slow down a racing heart?

- Perform relaxation techniques. - Reduce or eliminate stimulant intake. - Stimulate the vagus nerve. - Keep electrolytes balanced. - Keep hydrated. - Avoid excessive alcohol use. - Exercise regularly.