Study: Light in Bedrooms Linked to Obesity
Every now and then, it’s normal to fall asleep with the lights on after a hard day. However, a recent study at the Institute of Cancer Research in London suggests that the amount of light in a woman’s bedroom may be associated with obesity. Published in the American Journal of Epidemiology and reported by BBC News, […]
The Basics Of Sleep Hygiene
Generally, when we’re hungry, we eat, and when we’re thirsty, we drink. However, in this day and age, sleep is not always sought after when we’re tired. Sleep is a basic need that is often overlooked due to a busy schedule, love for technology, and numerous other things we’d rather be doing. To accomplish everything […]
Sleep Schedule and Preferences Linked to Ideal Drive Times
Although we may easily forget, sleep does play an important role when we get behind the wheel of our vehicle every day. One study that was conducted by researchers from the University of Granada was able to demonstrate that our individual chronotypes that determines if a person is a “morning person,” or “evening person,” directly has […]
Contagious Yawning May Be Linked to Age
We do not know a lot about yawning, aside the fact that it is contagious. According to The Huffington Post, there are many theories about why we yawn, including the most widely accepted reason; it’s a display of empathy. Past research has supported the theory that the closer our relationship is to a person, the more […]
Study: Consistency Matters When it Comes To Sleep
It isn’t uncommon for a person to have a fluctuating schedule throughout the week. However, research from the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa suggests that we should make more of an effort to maintain a consistent daily routine if we want better sleep. Reuters reported that the study included data on 50 adults between the […]
11 Ways Sleeping Well Makes Your Life Better
A great night of sleep instantly not only makes you feel better in the morning, but it also boosts your productivity and health. If you haven’t been making high-quality shut-eye a priority in your life, here’s 11 things you are missing out on according to Health.com: Sleep… Boosts your memory: Your brain is hard at […]
5 Ways to Boost Your Sleep as a Working Mom
For the working mom, getting a full night of high-quality sleep may seem like a dream. Your to-do list is getting longer every day with personal and business responsibilities, increasing your stress and making it harder for you to fall asleep when you do get the chance. You may even be self-inflicting sleep deprivation, using […]
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