A nightmare is the perfect way to ruin a great night of sleep. The vision of being chased by a shadowy figure, being taunted, or being locked in a box filling with water can be enough to wake you up and keep you up, leading to a long day with no energy. To get back […]
The prevention of obesity –especially in children– has been a foremost health concern in recent years. The link between sleep and obesity has been strengthened by numerous studies, showing that a lack of sleep disrupts ideal hormone levels that keep weight in check. According to a new study, children are also affected; less sleep causes […]
Even if you are tucked in bed at an appropriate time, classic sleep mistakes can still hold you back from grade A snooze. If you want to get the benefits of sleep, which decrease health risks such as obesity, cancer, diabetes, heart disease, memory loss, and early death, here’s everything on your schedule you should […]
When it comes to getting obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) treated, a new study suggests where someone receives care does matter. Study results showed that patients who opted to get treated by a sleep specialist and accredited sleep centers are twice as likely to stick to their positive airway pressure (PAP) therapy treatment, compared to those […]
Let’s be honest, many of us can’t get through a day without our daily caffeine fix. However, just like many things in life, too much of a good thing can lead to a problem, which is where Jawbone is stepping in with its new free app, UP Coffee. This beautifully designed app is ready to […]
Despite many past experiments that tried to prove that chronic sleep loss was safe, sleep deprivation can pose serious risks to your life. American record holder Randy Gardner, intentionally went without sleep for 264.5 hours, or 11 days and 24 minutes, in which he suffered hallucinations, moodiness, paranoia, and many other psychological effects. Though you […]
According to an analysis of voter turnout, people are more likely to vote when they’ve had more sleep. This newly published research is significant to those in politics, suggesting that the date of the November election being after daylight savings time has an effect on who will win. Political scientist Robert Utbatsch, who found the […]
When you’re experiencing a sleep problem it’s important to get the opinion of a professional on the subject. Dr. Robert Rosenberg has been diagnosing sleep issues for 30 years, and has compiled a list of the most common sleep mistakes his patients have been making. Do any of these habits sound familiar? Sleeping less during […]
Have you ever wondered exactly happens while you sleep? Sleep restores your body every night to prepare for the next day. Here’s a list of how specific regions of your body are affected by sleep: Your eyes: As you get into deep sleep, rapid eye movement (REM) sleep begins. Your eyes move quickly for up […]
Frequent travelers know that all hotel beds aren’t made equal. Some beds at hotels cause you to toss and turn, while others make it difficult to check out. The Four Seasons is aiming to make every stay with them the best with its new customizable sleep experience. After a survey conducted by Ipsos in 2013 […]
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