The Guide to High-Quality Sleep During Those College Years
As a college student, you may be focused on all the excitement that’s approaching, but you can’t forget about the importance of sleep. Studies have shown that student who get 7-9 hours each night perform higher on tests, have a higher GPA and make better decisions. The U.S. News & World Report shared some incredible […]
8 Reasons to Say ‘No’ to Shift & Night Work
Unfortunately, working a typical 9 to 5 schedule isn’t an option for everyone. Shift work, which is defined as clocking in during evening, overnight or rotating hours, places many employees in danger of developing serious health issues. Check out what The Huffington Post wants you to know about negative effects of shift work: 1. It […]
Why You Should Go After That Window Office
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 […]
Poor Sleep Among the Elderly Linked to Suicide Risk
As we get older, there is still no escaping the need for great sleep. Many people are under the impression that adults need less sleep as they older. However, research has shown us that sleep is critical for older adults who face serious health risks such a dementia, and as a new study suggests, an […]
What to do About Drowsy Truck Drivers?
The dangers of getting behind the wheel after poor sleep are something that many people don’t think about until tragedy strikes. However, the consequences still exist and for truck drivers, the risky activity of drowsy driving has more of an opportunity to occur as fatigue seems to be quite common in their profession. The National […]
Light Exposure at Night Makes Cancer Drug Ineffective
A new study has found that light exposure at night causes a commonly used drug for breast cancer to be ineffective. “Circadian and Melatonin Disruption by Exposure to Light at Night Drives Intrinsic Resistance to Tamoxifen Therapy in Breast Cancer,” a study in Cancer Research, was conducted by cancer researchers at Tulane University School of […]
What Happens to Your Face Without 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 […]
5 Sleep-Promoting Bedtime Snacks Perfect For Summer
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 […]
How Often Do You Replace Your Pillows?
If you haven’t been sleeping well lately, it may be time to replace your pillows. According to a poll by the National Sleep Foundation, about 70% of people say that having a comfortable pillow is essential to getting a great of sleep. However, often times we all make the mistake of hanging on to the […]
Keeping Your Diet and Sleep Harmonious
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 […]
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