When should you replace your pillow?
Which pillows are the most reliable for a good night’s sleep, and how often should you replace them? With so many different types on the market — from foam to latex to feather — it can be difficult to know. While materials can change from brand to brand, most pillows, regardless of material, need to be replaced […]
Break down the cost of a bed
Mattresses can be expensive, but finding the right mattress is important. Think about it: Out of all the furniture in your house, you spend the most time in your bed. So what exactly are you paying for when you purchase your mattress? Here’s a breakdown of the cost of a mattress. Inner construction From metal […]
Do women need more sleep than men?
Women require 20 more minutes of sleep than the average man, according to studies revealed by the Loughborough University’s Sleep Research Center. Jim Horne, director of the Sleep Research Center, explains that women’s multi-tasking brains are wired differently from men’s and are more complex. Sleep is necessary for the brain to recover; therefore, women who frequently […]
Sleeping Less Makes You Hungrier
America is a nation obsessed with weight loss. Each week seems to bring a brand new fad diet, new exercise, or new program guaranteed to help you lose weight. The connection between good sleeping habits and weight loss is almost never mentioned. But we know that sleep deprivation not only makes you feel tired and […]
Sleep-Deprived Leaders Are Less Inspiring
Because of unusually demanding schedules, many leaders feel they have to trade sleep time for additional work time. This trade-off of sleep for work can result in unwanted consequences. Inspiring leadership relies on a leader who can inspire people to perform at their peak and do their very best work every day. Leaders who show positive emotions […]
Fall asleep and stay asleep with these tips
Waking up in the middle of the night is a disorienting experience. Even though you had no problem falling asleep, after just a few hours in bed, you find yourself wide awake with a bowl of cereal, suffering through late-night television. It’s not fun. That’s why we put together these seven tips to help you […]
How often should you wash your sheets?
When you snuggle into your comfy sheets each night, the last thing on your mind is what kinds of life might be in and around your bed and bedding. Spores of fungi, bacteria, animal dander, body excrements – like sweat, cosmetics and all sorts of skin cells are everywhere. There’s no stopping any of these […]
Can Poor Sleep Cost You Money?
Did you know that poor sleep can cost you money? The Better Sleep Council, a consumer education group, has found that American adults spend more than $5 billion annually, in an attempt to compensate for poor sleep. The amount Americans spend on coffee, soft drinks, and energy drinks is about the same as what presidential […]
What Does Being in Love Mean for Sleep?
While sleep is often studied as a solitary act, most people share their beds with a partner. Whether you are dating, in a committed relationship or married, sleep plays a huge role and can give some insight to how you feel about each other. Last year, researchers at the University of Hertfordshire analyzed 1,ooo people […]
How to Make Sleep a Success as an Entrepreneur
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cHjZAff-bUc America is a place where you can literally build an empire from nothing, encouraging entrepreneurs everywhere to work late into the night. However, sleep deprivation isn’t the best answer to boost success. Numerous studies tell us that proper sleep is the key to better health, productivity, creativity and happiness. To help any entrepreneur who […]
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