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 […]
Our sleep patterns naturally change throughout life, as well as sleep habits depending on our age. You may find yourself waking up earlier or staying up later than you did in the past. Also, as we age we become more vulnerable to specific sleep disorders, such as delayed sleep phase syndrome, sleep apnea and insomnia. […]
Research continues to strengthen the evidence that indicates sleep plays an important role in cardiovascular health. Heart problems, including hypertension and increased risk of heart attack, are associated with poor sleep. According to the Centers for Disease Control, almost 6 million adults in the United States suffer from heart failure. Heart failure is directly responsible […]
Sleep is something we all crave, but at times it seems like it’s just never enough. Although it is true that stress has an effect on your sleep, so does your diet. Best: Cereal and Milk This simple breakfast combination can also be the perfect pre-bedtime snack. The combination of carbohydrates and protein enables our […]
Although we all aim to get the recommend 7 to 9 hours of sleep every night we need, life can sometimes make that impossible. Whether it’s stress, a temporary injury or a family emergency, there are times where we must get less sleep than we are used to and still get through the day. Try […]
A new study suggests that people who do shift work may have a higher risk of diabetes, even after returning to a daytime schedule. Any amount of shift work, whether it’s only for a few years or an entire lifetime, is linked with higher risk diabetes, according researchers from the University of Pittsburgh. The study […]
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