While you may be counting down to get back to the world of zombies that is The Walking Dead, sleep loss has created an epidemic all around us in reality. Without the proper amount of shut-eye, the risk of developing serious health conditions increases, including cancer, heart disease, depression, and diabetes. Numerous studies have also […]
Archive | December, 2014
Study Links Poor Sleep to Firefighter Deaths
According to a new study, almost 40% of firefighters are suffering from at least one sleep disorder. Published in the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine just last month, this new research led by Laura K. Barger, an associate physiologist in BWH’s Division of Sleep and Circadian Disorders, may explain why so the two leading causes […]
8 Sleep-Promoting Gifts to Give This Christmas
Just about everyone could use the gift of better sleep, and what better way to help someone achieve it by literally making it possible? Sleep-promoting gifts can be way more interesting to receive that a standard gift. The Huffington Post is making your Christmas shopping easier with these awesome recommendations! 1. Charging station: It’s important […]
10 Quick Tips to Get Ready for Refreshing Sleep
It’s clear that many American’s aren’t getting the proper amount of sleep. The National Geographic Channel may have just aired their ‘Sleepless in America’ special, but they aren’t done helping you obtain refreshing shut-eye: Check out their suggestions to get ready for sleep success every night: 1. Keep a regular sleep schedule: It’s important to […]
5 Myths Holding You Back From Nap Time
Who’s ready for nap time later today? Some of you may be shaking your head, believing that naps aren’t really that big a deal or simply a waste of time. However, in an effort to spread the power of nap time, The Huffington Post has shed some light on the most common myths about napping: […]
Treating Your Sleep Apnea May Bring You More Happiness
The link between sleep and happiness isn’t new in sleep medicine, but there is new research that people with obstructive sleep apnea should know about. Researchers at the University of Calgary, Canada found that patients with obstructive sleep apnea who received continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy or a mandibular advancement device (MAD) to treatment […]
Movements Help May Diagnose Sleep Problems in Children
While everyone needs quality sleep; it is especially true for children as they need shut-eye to support their critical growth and development. However, diagnosing sleep problems in children is entirely different than adults, making new research from The University of Adelaide quite significant. On his journey to obtain his PhD in the School of Medical […]
Early Birds vs. Night Owls, Who Wins?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPJ0729NVjw#t=144 What does it really mean to be a night owl or early bird? As it turns out, your preferred sleep schedule reveals a lot about your health, brain and personality. In another awesome video from the YouTube series ASAPScience, you can learn what the benefits and consequence for each sleep schedule. Does the early […]
6 Interesting Factors That Guide Your Dreams
While scientists haven’t figured out exactly why we dream, they’ve unlocked some factors that influence them. Our bodies have a very fascinating way of incorporating outside stimuli such as smells, sounds and sensations into our dreams, instead of waking us up, with plenty of influences that can shape how your dreams play out. According to […]
The Fascinating History of Pillows
Have you ever considered where the practice of sleeping on pillows came from? According The Green Light District, while pillows today are known for their comfort, history reveals that this was not always the case. In the past, pillows ranged from simple stones to wooden stands. Known to have existed in ancient Egypt and even […]
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