How many hours of sleep did you clock in last night? Too little sleep can lead to unwanted weight gain; however, eating the right foods throughout the day has been linked to deeper refreshing shut-eye. We are always excited to learn about sleep-promoting foods and couldn’t wait to share what SELF Magazine has taught us: […]
While there is no better feeling than sleeping in your own bed, sometimes life forces us to take a snooze in some uncomfortable places. Learning how to take advantage of sleep in any situation can boost your energy, productivity and protect your health. A recent study even found that a 30 minute nap can strengthen […]
Thanks to the start of Daylight Saving Time, we all lost an hour of our precious sleep last night. Now, this change may not seem like much, but according to The Huffington Post, the Monday after the clock moves forward is associated with an increased number of car accidents, heart attacks and work-related injuries. Even […]
Making the decision between watching another episode of Game of Thrones or going to sleep on time can be a hard one. However, late night TV binges can set back the productivity of your whole day, and over time increase your risk of serious health risks that stem from poor sleep. The Huffington Post encourages you […]
Do you really enjoy depending on coffee and sugary snacks to get you through the day? It may be time to pick some new habits that will encourage deeper sleep for energetic days full of happiness and energy. Check out what well-rested people are doing to improve their sleep and overall quality of life, according […]
Do you have difficulty falling asleep every night? You aren’t alone! According to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, an estimated 60 million people in our nation battle insomnia on any given night. However, poor sleep isn’t doing you any favors as it makes days seem much longer, stressful and increases your health […]
Shutting your brain down for sleep after an intense day of commuting, deadlines and a lengthy to-list can seem nearly impossible. While mindfulness meditation has been recommended as an overall relaxation tool, new research is highlighting its ability to help older adults with moderate sleep disturbance issues improve their sleep habits and shut-eye. Published in […]
While meditation is a common practice, it can be frustrating to know exactly where to start and to stay focused in the beginning. However, you may want to at least try some of the basics, as mediating can help you relax and collect deeper, refreshing sleep. Mediating all about staying present in the moment and […]
If you are looking to collect 7-9 hours of high quality sleep tonight, it isn’t as simple as climbing into bed and closing your eyes. Humans don’t operate like robots with the ability to shut down on command; we need time to wind down and get prepared. To obtain deeper sleep tonight, try these tips […]
Falling asleep at your bedtime can be a lot more difficult than it sounds. And even though we all do it from time to time, lying in bed staring at the ceiling, waiting for sleep to take over just isn’t a foolproof plan. Recently, health coach Dr. Catherine Chen of The Huffington Post shared an […]
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