According to new research, pain is responsible for the poor sleep and longer recovery time in the hospital for many patients after undergoing a surgical procedure. Researchers at the Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit took advantage of the opportunity to present their findings at the 2014 American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery (AAO-HNS) […]
Take a moment to think about how you’ve been sleeping lately. Where does high-quality sleep fall on your list of priorities? Putting sleep first is a great way to improve your overall quality of life, inspiring creativity, happiness, productivity and boost your health. It can be hard to consistently tuck in for 7-9 hours each […]
Based on the findings of a new study, you may not want to make medication your first step solution for insomnia woes. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMSA) has released a report regarding the active ingredient found in common sleep aids such as Ambien, Edluar, Ambien CR, and Zolpimist, called zolpidem. Emergency […]
The importance of getting your sleep apnea treatment as soon as possible cannot be stressed enough. According to a new study that was presented at the American Heart Association’s High Blood Pressure Research Scientific Sessions 2014, cutting back on calories may help reduce sleep apnea and lower high blood pressure in people who are obese. […]
Consistently suffering from insomnia can make you more than just a little under the weather. Diabetes, hypertension, strokes, heart attacks, weight gain, poor brain health and even an earlier death have all been linked to a lack of sleep. Researchers have long thought that increased inflammation in the body that overtime becomes chronic due to […]
With the next full moon set appear on October 8th, it may time to make note of the folklore regarding the moon affecting our sleep. Conducted by researchers at the University of Gothenburg in Sweden, a new study has found a link between lunar phases and sleep patterns. Using 47 healthy adults between the ages […]
The new school year is in full swing and many parents are rightfully concerned about how their children’s sleep is being affected, especially teenagers. With school start times that don’t agree with them, tons of assignments due, extracurricular activities and other numerous responsibilities, teenagers have a hard time getting the right amount of sleep they […]
Caffeine can easily be named America’s favorite drug, but its negative effects on sleep are often overlooked by many. This commonly used stimulant is everywhere, including coffee, soda, energy drinks, green tea, chocolate and even some over-the-counter medications. Recently, NBC News reported that adults in the U.S. are only sleeping on average 6 hours and […]
The dangers of not having your sleep apnea treated should not be taken lightly, including risks of health conditions, brain damage and an earlier death. However, there is great news for people who are worried about the damage already caused by the sleep disorder. A new study is the first to show that the white […]
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