Archive | 2013
Insomnia Significantly Increases the Risk of Heart Failure
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 […]
Best and Worst Foods to Eat For Sleep
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 […]
How To Get Through The Day After A Rough Night
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 […]
Even Some Shift Work Could Bring Health Risk
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 […]
Sleep 101: Facts and Myths
There are plenty of myths floating around about sleep and often times we may apply them to our lives. Incorrect information can cause serious problems and may even be dangerous. 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 […]
More Natural Ways To Get To Sleep Tonight
You aren’t alone in your struggles for better quality sleep at night. According to a CDC study, about 9 million adults use prescriptions for sleeping pills in the United States. Experts caution that while effective in the short-term, they may not always be effective in the long-term. Here are some natural ways to get your […]
Those Crazy Little Insomniacs: Newborn Mammals Don’t Sleep for A Month
The History of Narcolepsy
Narcolepsy is a chronic brain disorder that involves poor control of sleep-wake cycles. People with narcolepsy experience periods of extreme daytime sleepiness and sudden, irresistible bouts of sleep that can strike at any time. These “sleep attacks” usually last a few seconds to several minutes. Often time people fall asleep in the middle of conversations, eating, […]
Poor Sleep For Teens Means More Sick Days
While teens are known for their erratic sleep patterns, research has found that this pattern makes them more likely to get sick. This recent study involved a small group of high school students, but the findings match up with health risks found from too little sleep in past studies. A interesting finding demonstrated that the […]
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