There could be an additional benefit–besides getting better sleep–when you get your sleep apnea treated. According to a recent study, getting your sleep apnea treated with continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) could also help lower blood pressure if you have hypertension. Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a dangerous, chronic sleep disorder that is characterized by […]
According to a recent study, pregnant women who snore at least 3 nights a week are more likely to need a Caesarean section. The study conducted by the University of Michigan (UM), may be the largest of its kind to link maternal snoring to baby health by following moms from pregnancy through delivery. The study […]
When sleep is the topic, you may notice that “melatonin” is often a part of the conversation. You may be wondering what it is, how it works, whether or not it’s for you, as well as the risks associated with melatonin use. Melatonin is a naturally occurring hormone produced by our body that helps regulate sleep, and […]
Great quality sleep is known to produce seemingly-magical properties of optimism, energy, and productivity. According to a new study, severely obese people who do not sleep well at night are missing out on those benefits, and are more likely to experience mood disturbances and a lower quality of life. 270 severely obese people (indicated by […]
We are all quite familiar with the incredible power of dreams, and dreaming. According to H.F. Hedge, “Dreaming is an act of pure imagination, attesting in all men a creative power, which if it were available in waking, would make every man a Dante or Shakespeare.” The stories our brains put together can be influenced […]
Football is a game with passionate fans, who want nothing more than to see their team favorite dominate the field. It has been proven that the proper amount of great quality sleep can improve athletic performance, while simultaneously boosting someone’s confidence in their abilities. A new study suggests that the body’s natural circadian rhythm, or […]
Sleep apnea is a chronic sleep disorder that not only disrupts sleep quality, but also increases other health risks. As a person sleeps, the muscles of their throat collapse, obstructing the flow of oxygen. If this pause in breathing lasts for 10 seconds or more, and occurs more than 5 times an hour, it is […]
Thanksgiving is a wonderful holiday that puts a lot of drivers on the road as they travel to spend time with their family. Experts warn that drivers should be aware of sleep deprivation and darkness during this time of travel, which may lead drivers to believe they are alert even though they are sleepy. A […]
It is important to increase not only the public’s awareness of narcolepsy, but also those in the medical profession. A recent survey called the AWAKEN Survey, which dealt with physician and diagnosis of narcolepsy, revealed that only 9% of primary care providers said they felt comfortable diagnosing it. Here’s what you need to know: 1. […]
A new house rule can be beneficial in ensuring that children get enough sleep, remove the TV from the bedroom. According to a recent study, having a TV, computer or video game system in the bedroom is linked to less sleep for boys. In particular, boys with autism tended to get less sleep when they […]
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