A new pair of high tech glasses called the Re-Timer aims to help correct one’s circadian rhythm, in the event that it becomes thrown off. The Re-Timer could be particularly beneficial to those people that travel frequently, across time zones. The glasses work by emitting green light, which is designed to mimic sunlight. Professor of […]
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Lack of Sleep Lowers Men’s Sperm Count by 30%
According to a new study from the University of Southern Denmark, there is a correlation between poor sleep quality and a lower relative sperm count. The participants in the study were almost a thousand young men between their late teens and early twenties. The research surrounding the study included a questionnaire that asked participants how […]
Nighttime Cold Pills May Cause Dementia
Sleeping can be difficult when we are sick so reaching for a cold medicine that also induces sleep, is very common. Cold pills that have diphenhydramine (an antihistamine), can create symptoms similar to dementia. A healthy brain is greatly dependent upon neurotransmitters, chemicals that allow to the brain cells to communicate with each other. Acetylcholine […]
Using CPAP Can Mean Less Nightmares for People with PTSD and Sleep Apnea
A new study shows that people who get their sleep disorder treated could have fewer nightmares. The use of a CPAP is the most common way to treat breathing problems such as obstructive sleep apnea, a sleep disorder where a person stops breathing during sleep multiples times a night. Researchers at the Sleep Disorders Laboratory […]
Considering Natural Ways To Get To Sleep?
To get a good night’s sleep, most of us would try almost anything. Always consult your doctor before trying a new remedy and get confirmation that your insomnia is not a symptom of another health condition such as heart disease, depression, sleep apnea or diabetes. The following natural remedies are known to work for some […]
For Women, Sleep Problems May Increase the Risk of Developing Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia is a pain disorder characterized by widespread pain throughout the body and tender points in the soft tissues. More than 90% of affected people are women, and furthermore, they almost always report that they have had trouble sleeping. According to a study conducted in Norway, if a woman experienced insomnia and other sleep issues, […]
CPAP May Lead To Better Work Performance
The American Lung Association estimates as many as 12 million people in the U.S have sleep apnea. Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) is the most common treatment for the sleep disorder, people with sleep apnea struggle with disrupted sleep and daytime sleepiness. A new study is able is link CPAP treatment with greater work productivity. […]
Underestimating Your Physical Abilities Linked to Sleep Deprivation
Something as simple as getting enough sleep can help boost your physical fitness confidence. Dutch researchers conducted a study with 11 men who performed a 20 minute cycle test twice, once after a sleep deprived night and then again with a full night of rest. After being tested, each cyclist was asked to estimate the […]
How Are We Sleeping in America?
A recent survey was conducted by the polling firm Harris Interactive among 1,008 adult Americans to find out how we are sleeping at night. If you aren’t sleeping well at night, you aren’t alone. The survey says that 83% of Americans don’t get a good night’s sleep on a consistent basis. What else did the […]
Understanding OTC Sleep Aid Options
Considering an over-the-counter sleep aid is a common choice to solve our problems with sleep. But, before rushing out the pharmacy section, we should understand the medication we are looking to for help. According to CNN, while OTC sleep aids can be a short-term solution for an occasional sleepless night, most of them contain antihistamine. […]
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