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Restful sleep is absolutely essential to a properly functioning body and mind. Studies have shown that inadequate sleep lowers the immune system, throws blood sugar levels off-balance, and interferes with digestion, detoxification and even weight loss. Continue reading
The majority of Americans get far too little sleep. In fact, sleep deprivation is reaching epidemic proportions in our country. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention reports that one in five Americans is getting less than six hours of sleep per night. This is shy of the recommended seven or eight hours. Continue reading
A good night of restful sleep is key to feeling your best and maintaining an optimal energy level throughout the day. Furthermore, new studies have shown that even partial sleep deprivation can lead to decreased cardiovascular function and negative effects on breathing. Continue reading
In the 1960s TV comedy/fantasy “I Dream of Jeannie,” Major Anthony Nelson (Larry Hagman) often failed to express himself clearly; unfortunately, his genie, Jeannie (Barbara Eden), took almost everything he said literally. The combo got him into a lot of trouble. Continue reading
When you go to bed at night do you take your phone or other electronic device with you? All across America, millions of people are literally sleeping with their phones and electronic devices, affairs that can wreak havoc on health. Continue reading
If you’re one of the millions of Americans who have trouble sleeping – and it’s said that as many as 25 to 45 percent are affected by sleep problems, a new study has found what you eat can play a big part in how well you snooze.
Over the years, drug companies have taught us to reach for a “magic pill” when suffering from sleep disorders like insomnia, or when having difficulty falling to sleep at night. Some doctors are quick to prescribe the latest sleeping pill, which will get you to sleep quickly, but are the after-effects worth it? Continue reading
In Washington Irving’s classic tale, Rip Van Winkle slept for 20 years; when he awoke, he was confused and creaky. No wonder! Getting too much sleep is associated with everything from Alzheimer’s disease and depression to diabetes and heart disease. Continue reading
This past fall, the Canadian Medical Association Journal published a study that suggested that lack of adequate sleep may be a key indicator to why it is difficult for many people to lose and keep off weight. The authors suggest that increased physical activity levels may improve the quality of sleep and provide other health benefits. Continue reading
If you’re part of the 1-in-4 North Americans who’s hooked on a tablet-sized digital device such as an E-reader, and you bring it to bed, you’re a lot more likely to have trouble falling asleep than seeing the Cleveland Browns win two games in a row. That’s because your device might be chasing away your melatonin – the so-called vampire hormone – a sleep-inducing secretion that comes out only in the dark at night. Continue reading
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