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Sleep and the brain go hand in hand. As we sleep, our brain goes through different stages, which serve different purposes, from consolidating memories to flushing the brain of waste, "recharging" our physical batteries, and, of course, dreaming.Here are some ways you can help your brain and get a good night’s sleep. Dim the lights.Lights will decrease your body's production of melatonin, which is what helps signal the body that it's time to sleep. Try dimming the lights about an hour before you go to sleep.Don't eat before bed.Eating anything too soon before bed can have negative effects on your quality of sleep- because it takes a fair amount of energy to digest food. Stop eating at least three hours before bed. Add magnesium into your bedtime routine.Magnesium is an essential mineral needed to help calm the body down.Have a consistent sleep schedule.One of the best ways to avoid tossing and turning at night is to go to sleep at the same time every evening. Your brain does very well when it's on a routine. And Cut off the caffeine early in the afternoon.Caffeine and sleep don't mix. But a lot of people don't realize that caffeine has a half-life of up to six to eight hours. Avoid caffeine after 3 p.m.—and that includes things like tea and soft drinks, as well as coffee.