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Reaching For The Wine Bottle At Bedtime? Stop To Consider THIS
It’s after a long, hard day. You are ready to retire for the night, and what can be a better way to instantly fall into a refreshing sleep than drinking a full glass of wine or whiskey? But before you reach for that whiskey bottle with your tired and weary hands, stop for a moment and […]
A Vicious Cycle: The Impact of Stress on Sleep
Stress and sleep have much in common; both effect your health, and both effect each other. Just as stress effects the quality of your sleep, lack of sleep effects your ability to handle stress. This leads to even more stress and even less sleep, a vicious cycle that can continue indefinitely. In fact, this infographic shows the impact that lack […]
What is sleep apnea?
Three types of sleep apnea exist, according to the Mayo Clinic. These are: Obstructive sleep apnea (or OSA). This happens when the muscles in the back of your throat that support the soft palate relax. When this happens, your airway narrows or even closes as you try to take a breath. This in turn causes […]
Tips to Help You Sleep Better
The D.C. Metro Area is a busy place, and folks that live here (like many Americans) do not get the recommended amount of sleep each night. This results in nagging health issues. A significant percentage of Americans struggle to sleep although they desire a good rest. If you fall into this category consider trying the following […]
Think Alcohol Will Help You Sleep? Think Again!
Studies show that over 60% of Americans get less than the required amount of sleep each night. 30% of Americans report struggling with insomnia. And the impact to America society each year from lack of sleep is significant. If you are one of these statistics you are not alone. People facing sleep issues often want to […]
Sleep Apnea Impacts Heart Health
Sleep apnea is more than bouts of interrupted breathing and loud snoring. It is more than disturbed sleep and daytime sleepiness. Sleep apnea disrupts your life, socially, physiologically and psychologically. If you know or suspect you’ve sleep apnea, you’re not alone. According to the American Sleep Apnea Association, 22 million Americans suffer from sleep apnea. […]
Unusual Ways To Induce Quality Sleep
Regardless if you are a person who can quickly fall asleep or a person who suffers from a disorder from insomnia or sleep apnea, there will be times that you simply can’t get any shuteye. However, there many things that you can do to help “wind down” and encourage sleep. Here are some of the […]
Changing Your Diet for a Better Night’s Sleep
You know all the reasons why you should take the time to improve your diet. That it’s better for your overall health is obvious. The impact of your diet on your sleeping habits, however, probably isn’t something that you consider all that often. If you’re having trouble getting a good night’s sleep, however, your diet might be […]
