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5 items ensure that you sleep well even after the end of daylight saving time

It's that time again, the weather is getting cooler, the leaves are changing color and the clocks are jumping back. For many of us, the end of Daylight Saving Time means a worthwhile extra hour of sleep as we turn back our clocks on November 3rd. However, this one-hour difference can have a devastating impact on schedules and is extremely stressful for early risers.

The good news is that the sleep aid market has exploded in recent years and people are increasingly prioritizing the importance of a good night's sleep. Studies show that good sleep improves brain performance, mood and health. Regular lack of sleep increases the risk of many diseases and disorders. These range from heart disease and stroke to obesity and dementia. But good sleep is only part of the battle – for people who get up very early, the end of daylight saving time means contending with longer periods of darkness. A sunrise alarm clock is a great product to consider if you are an early riser.

Here are five other products that can help you adjust to the end of daylight saving time, ensure a healthy night's sleep, and help you wake up:

Original price: $29.99

Rub in some magnesium cream for relief.

Rub in some magnesium cream for relief. (Amazon)

This cream from Amazon contains mineral-rich Dead Sea salts, namely magnesium, to help you relax and sleep better. The cream can also help with sore muscles and is a natural, drug-free option for pain relief and relaxation. This magnesium body lotion from Neom, $41 at Nordstrom, is scented with English lavender, sweet basil, and jasmine and packs a big boost of magnesium to relax you.

Don't give up on sleep masks until you try Drowsy.

Don't give up on sleep masks until you try Drowsy. (Amazon)

You've probably tried a sleep mask before and given up on its effectiveness because yours didn't fit well or didn't block out the light completely. Instead, try the Drowsiness Sleep Mask on Amazon. This silk sleep mask is designed to block light and provide a comfortable, luxurious sleeping experience. It features an adjustable Velcro closure, a wide padded design and a built-in blackout lining to help you relax and sleep better. You can also buy the mask from Drowsy.

Original price: $29.99

Kourtney Kardashian Barker's sleep gummies are getting good reviews.

Kourtney Kardashian Barker's sleep gummies are getting good reviews. (Amazon)

Fall asleep blissfully and wake up wonderfully with these gummies from Kourtney Kardashian Barker, designed to promote a healthy sleep schedule. The gummies contain L-theanine, magnesium and melatonin. Or try Natural Vitality CALM Gummies ($14.98 at Walmart) to manage stress, relieve tension in the body, and calm your mind.

Original price: $44.95

Try white light for those dark mornings.

Try white light for those dark mornings. (Amazon)

If you have to get up early in the morning, you'll stay in the dark longer with the end of daylight saving time. Combat early morning fatigue with a portable seasonal depression lamp that mimics natural sunlight. This Verilux light on Amazon is compact and lightweight so you can take it anywhere. Or, try this iFrenchie Portable Light Therapy Lamp for $29.97 at Walmart as a light therapy option. You can take it to your workplace or cafe or keep it at home.

Try an invigorating body wash in the morning.

Try an invigorating body wash in the morning. (Amazon)

Nothing compares to an invigorating morning shower and starting the engine. Combine it with an invigorating shower gel to recharge on dark mornings. Dove's Exfoliating Body Wash on Amazon recharges, revitalizes, and brightens your skin. This Energizer Mandelic Acid Body Wash from Naturium ($15.99 at Ulta) deeply invigorates and cleanses skin.