If you are looking to improve your sleep along with your health, you just may need to move closer to a window at work. Conducted by researchers from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and Northwestern Medicine, a new study suggests that more light exposure for office workers on the job leads to better sleep […]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=okVu2GYEP2w Do you ever think about how going without sleep makes you look? Recently, a lack of shut-eye has been making headlines for its ability to decline your looks. The effects of sleep deprivation on your face may not be all that apparent to you immediately, however we can assure you that the years won’t […]
It’s late and you are still up as your tummy is begging you for snack, but you may be worried about ruining your summer body. We’ve got good news! You can satisfy your late night craving without feeling guilty about the possibility of gaining weight and help encourage your body to get sleepy all at […]
Obtaining high-quality sleep even when you are tired from a rotating schedule or constant jet lag can seem impossible. Our bodies are ruled by our circadian rhythm or 24-hour biological clock, which needs environment cues such as light to stay on track. When it’s out of sync your metabolism, immune system, hunger and ability to […]
You are doing your best to cut back on caffeine, exercise in the morning and keeping your bedroom cool all in the name of sleep, but it still isn’t coming. While practicing great sleep hygiene is essential for your snooze, it may be time to evaluate your sleep environment and make some changes for a […]
Summer is in full swing and if you live in Texas like us, your sleep may be taking a hit due to the intensely warm weather and social opportunities. While we encourage you to have fun taking up outside activities such as visiting the beach, boardwalk or park, it’s important to make some adjustments to […]
As our world has become more modern and technology based, it’s no surprise that many people have trouble letting go of their favorite gadgets at bedtime. Although we may hate to hear it, electronic devices at bedtime do hold us back from deeper sleep and can lead to an overall poorer sleep quality. To overcome […]
We’ve all had one of those nights where we find ourselves staring at the ceiling at 2 a.m., waiting for sleep to come through for us as we obsess about tomorrow. According to a survey conducted by the American Psychological Association, 63% of adults say that getting enough sleep is extremely or very important, yet […]
Insomnia always seems to strike at the worst time. You may find yourself staring at the alarm clock, stressed and anxious about not being asleep as well as the upcoming day. According to Shelby Freeman Harris, Psy. D at YouBeauty.com, learning the art of mindfulness can change the relationship you have with shut-eye–and you can work on […]
One sure way to increase your sleep quality each night is to avoid sleeping in and staying up late on your days off, which is often called “social jetlag.” To help you get more of an understanding of what social jetlag is, how it affects you, and what you can do to prevent it, we […]
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