The Dangers Of Insomnia
A new study is further confirming how dangerous insomnia is to our health. Insomnia is linked with a wide variety of health problems, including anxiety, osteoporosis, and heart attack. Data from the Nord-Trondelag Health Studies conducted between 1995-1997 and 2006-2008 that included 24,715 working people, were examined by researchers from Norway and Finland. The results […]
What To Expect At Your Sleep Study
If you haven’t been sleeping well on a long-term basis, don’t be so quick to diagnosis yourself. Often times sleep is prevented or interrupted by conditions within the body, conditions that can be identified by a licensed physician using the results of a diagnostic sleep study. A diagnostic sleep study, also known as a polysomnogram […]
REM Sleep Behavior Disorder: Dreaming Turns Dangerous
REM sleep behavior disorder (RBD) is a chronic, yet fascinating sleep condition that researchers are still working to fully understand. One of the defining features of rapid eye movement (REM) sleep, the stage in which dreams occur, is paralysis of all body muscles except for the diaphragm (which is spared to permit breathing during REM […]
How Much Do You Know About Sleep? Sleep Myths And Facts Part II
In the battle of conquering sleep, it is important to make sure we are getting the correct information. The National Sleep Foundation has compiled a short list of common myths about sleep with the real facts in order to protect us and help us sleep better. 1. Daytime sleepiness always means a person isn’t getting […]
More Sleep Means Fewer Calories For Children
There are many health risks associated with obesity, even for children. A new study suggests that sleep for children doesn’t just keep attention and behavioral problems at bay, it also may affect how much they eat. Researchers from Temple University found that when children slept more than their usual amount for a week, they […]
Keep Reaping The Benefits Of An Extra Hour Of Sleep
As we reached the end of Daylight Saving Time, many of us felt the power of an extra hour of sleep. This easy sleep transition has very real benefits that we should take advantage of. Why not keep a great thing going and make sure you get tucked in early tonight? You’ll Activate Helpful […]
Is It Possible To Sleep Too Much?
By now, many us of have heard about the pitfalls of too little sleep, but we should be aware that too much sleep increases health risks as well. New research shows that both too little sleep and too much sleep are linked to elevated risks of chronic disease in middle-aged adults. The Centers for Disease […]
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