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Why Older People Can Have Sleeping Problems: Sleeping Disorders and Other Conditions

Unfortunately, many people are affected by sleeping problems as they get older. In fact, aging can cause changes in sleep patterns that lead to sleeping problems. If you’re an older person and are aren’t getting enough sleep, or wake up frequently during the night, here are some sleeping disorders common to seniors, as well as other reasons for […]

Oral Appliances For Treating Sleep Apnea

If you have sleep apnea, you’re not alone. In fact, according to the American Sleep Apnea Association, 22 million Americans have this sleep disorder. Having sleep apnea not only causes fatigue from failing to get a good night’s sleep, but it can also be life threatening as it involves pauses in breathing during sleep. Although the […]

Simple Ways That You Can Get a Better Night’s Sleep

Are you struggling to fall asleep or stay asleep when you finally do doze off? There’s no need to go overboard with sleeping medicine: there are multiple ways that you can naturally get a better night’s sleep. These simple tips are easy to implement and relatively inexpensive. Set a Schedule…and Be Consistent People who go […]

Is it Sleep Apnea? How to Tell if you Need to see your Doctor

A good night’s sleep is essential, but even if you do your best to avoid caffeine and maintain good sleep hygiene habits, sleep apnea can still prevent you from getting the rest you need. Learning more about sleep apnea and what signs you should watch for will help you decide if you need to see […]

Stress and Sleep and You

Everyone experiences stress in their lives, albeit to varying degrees. Whether the stress comes from school, work, friendships, relationships, or family, we all realize it has a significant impact on our emotional well-being. But what about our physical well-being? Surprisingly, there is quite a bit of research on the impact of stress on sleeping. According to […]

7 Surprising Effects of Sleep Deprivation

We all know that sleep is important, but most people would be shocked if they knew just how devastating sleep deprivation can be. It’s well documented that many major preventable global catastrophes have been partially or fully blamed on sleep deprivation (Three Mile Island, Chernobyl and the devastating Exxon Valdez oil spill to name a few). In addition to large scale […]

Sleeping and Vices and You

One of the most important things you can do for your health is get a good night’s sleep. Studies show that a restful eight hours each night is the key to maintaining alertness, increasing focus and concentration, performing well at school and/or work, and even losing weight. So how can you make sure to get […]

CPAP Machines (Pros & Cons)

CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) machines are used to treat obstructive sleep apnea by supplying a constant and steady air pressure, a nose piece and a hose. Apnea is a condition marked by brief and repeated interruptions in your breathing during sleep. Sleep deprivation can cause daytime drowsiness, which can make it difficult to function […]

Myths About Sleep Apnea: Debunked

Sleep apnea sufferers are noted for having several moments of breathlessness, where they stop breathing altogether. People who suffer from sleep apnea can stop breathing for a few seconds, with chronic suffers not being able to breathe for up to several minutes. Secondary effects of arrested breathing also include frequent awakenings, chronic headaches and migraines, loud […]

The Impact of your Diet on Sleep

Getting the proper amount of sleep is an important part of life. However, there are many things that can affect the quality of sleep that a person is able to get on a nightly basis. Some of the most common issues that a person normally is forced to deal with is in regards to illnesses […]