Shutting your brain down for sleep after an intense day of commuting, deadlines and a lengthy to-list can seem nearly impossible. While mindfulness meditation has been recommended as an overall relaxation tool, new research is highlighting its ability to help older adults with moderate sleep disturbance issues improve their sleep habits and shut-eye. Published in […]
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Depression May Predict Sleep Issues for Stroke Survivors
Sleep disturbances, or waking up in the middle of the night, is a sure sign of poor shut-eye. According to new research presented at the American Stroke Association’s International Stroke Conference, depression is linked to nighttime sleep disturbances after surviving a stroke. The American Heart Association tells us that scientists studied a total of 282 […]
The Beginner’s Guide to Meditation for Better Sleep
While meditation is a common practice, it can be frustrating to know exactly where to start and to stay focused in the beginning. However, you may want to at least try some of the basics, as mediating can help you relax and collect deeper, refreshing sleep. Mediating all about staying present in the moment and […]
Sleep Issues May Lead to Poor Bone Health
According to science, sleep deprivation could negatively affect the health of bone and bone marrow. Just last year rats were used in a study, which had its findings published in the journal Experimental Biology and Medicine. Sleep-deprived rats had a decreased bone mineral density, which in humans would indicate osteoporosis. Also, the rats that didn’t get […]
5 Essential Tips For Deeper, Rejuvenating Sleep
If you are looking to collect 7-9 hours of high quality sleep tonight, it isn’t as simple as climbing into bed and closing your eyes. Humans don’t operate like robots with the ability to shut down on command; we need time to wind down and get prepared. To obtain deeper sleep tonight, try these tips […]
Naps May Protect Your Health From Sleep Loss Risks
According to a new study, a short nap can do so much more than boost your energy, creativity, memory and productivity. It can help strengthen your immune system and relieve stress, especially if you are running low on snooze from the night before. Published in the Endocrine Society’s Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism, researchers […]
Squirrels May Help Solve More Internal Clock Mysteries
How important is that we learn more about our internal clocks? According to Laboratory Equipment, researcher Cory Williams and his team of the University of Alaska believe it’s so critical that they are willing to brave cold temperatures and snow as they focus on the clock of one particular animal, the arctic ground squirrel. While […]
4 Quick Tips to Maximize Your Bedtime
Falling asleep at your bedtime can be a lot more difficult than it sounds. And even though we all do it from time to time, lying in bed staring at the ceiling, waiting for sleep to take over just isn’t a foolproof plan. Recently, health coach Dr. Catherine Chen of The Huffington Post shared an […]
Teens: Using Electronics During the Day Can Still Hurt Sleep
Whether it’s a smartphone, tablet, TV, computer or e-reader — teenagers love their electronics. However, according to new research shared by Live Science, teenagers who are glued to their electronic devices during the day are more likely to experience sleep problems at night. Published this week in the journal BMJ Open, researcher at Uni Research […]
The Story of Gallery Furniture’s Rise to the Top
“Late to Bed, Early to Rise. Work like Hell and ADVERTISE.” – Jim McIngvale “What are you going to do next?” Jim McIngvale’s football coach asked at the end of the season in 1972. Despite lack of size and speed, McIngvale had become a team captain, in his senior year, through determination and drive. “I’m […]
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