Poor sleep has been shown to increase serious health risks by numerous studies, but it may also be linked to longevity. According to a new study, insomnia symptoms could be a predictor for early death for older men. The Huffington Post tells us that researchers from Brigham and Women’s Hospital found that over their […]
Many teenagers may feel that they can catch up on sleep later in adulthood. However, there are some serious consequences to skipping shut-eye, and sleep experts have noted that quality sleep during teenage years is critical for a brighter future. As your household prepares to get back to school, The Huffington Post encourages you to […]
Cutting back on sleep may seem like a great change in your life and you are reaping in the benefits. You simply enjoy staying up. However, Corrie Pikul at The Huffington Post encourages you to change your mind about your bedtime procrastination. What you think has a positive impact on your life is actually putting […]
With technology at our fingertips, and easy social media features to exchange ideas and information with the world, how can we fight the temptation to put our smart phones away? Numerous studies have shown that snuggling up with your favorite electronic devices before your bedtime can promote insomnia, nighttime awakenings, and daytime sleepiness. E-readers, smartphones, […]
Could your sleeping position help protect your health? According to researchers at Stony Brook University, sleeping on your side may allow your brain to remove neurotoxins much more efficiently, compared to collecting shut-eye on your back or stomach. The waste removal process that occurs as you snooze is critical to reduce the risk of developing […]
Don’t think there is a link between poor sleep and poor work performance? According to a Harvard study, insomnia leads to 11.3 days of productivity loss at work each year, which is also equal to a $2,280 loss. The Washington Post tells us that the findings show as a whole insomnia costs our nation a […]
It’s hard to get children to appreciate quality shut-eye, and it can be quite the task to tuck them in on time. According to Sleep Education, these 5 tips could be just what you need to get your family back on track: Put an end to all exciting activities at least an hour before bedtime: […]
Sleep is recognized as one of the most vital pillars of physical health, along with diet and exercise, and rightfully so. A lack of sleep makes you irritable, reduces your productivity, makes you less attractive and not to mention it increases serious health risks such as heart disease and cancer. With that being said, it’s […]
After exhausting natural options to better sleep, your licensed physician may have prescribed a sleeping medication to help you get back on track. However, while numerous studies have already linked sleeping aids to an increase in motor vehicle accidents, a recent study suggests that the risk is even higher for new users. Led by University […]
According to new research, sleep not only helps memories not be forgotten, but it makes them easier for us to access and recall. The findings of researchers from the University of Exeter and the Basque Centre for Cognition, Brain and Language in Spain, provide evidence that we are more likely to remember specific information after […]
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