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- Tips for Sleeping Cool on Hot Summer Nights - by Submitted on May 24, 2016 from Julian LeoniWhat are some ways we can improve sleep on those hot, muggy summer night? We absolutely love sleeping with our windows open during the spring. The cool, fresh air provides a refreshing sleep environment that promotes a perfect bedroom temperature for slumber. Studies show that sleeping in 60 ...
Views: 652 - Nocturnal Enuresis (Bedwetting) Treatments - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2018 from Dr. William PawlukEnuresis or bedwetting is a common childhood condition, although the problem may also persist into adulthood in some cases. There is similarity between urinary symptoms in childhood, such as nocturnal enuresis (NE) and overactive bladder (OAB) symptoms, and OAB in adulthood. Causes Normally, ...
Views: 7050 - Your sleeping position affects your brain and overall health - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2016 from Victor MarchioneTossing and turning, getting cocooned by the sheets, or waking up several times during the night because of your partner’s snoring? (“What? You’re kidding – I don’t snore!” is a common response by your better half.) If this happens on a regular basis, you may be sleep-deprived. You’re bound to ...
Views: 962(1 vote) - 7 Bedtime Habits of Successful People - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2016 from Monique CraigYou may not be seeking fame and fortune, but it’s hard to ignore those who are. Celebrities and public figures have very busy lives. It’s taxing to work yourself to the top, and even harder to keep yourself there. At the end of the day, these people are human like you, and this holds true for ...
Views: 1576 - 5 Reasons Behind Sleepless Nights - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2015 from Ashish BediWary of sleepless nights and do not know the reasons behind them? If you are one among the several other victims of insomnia and looking for a respite, read on the 5 prime causes of insomnia given here so that you can find the right cure! You Take Wrong Food Before Going to Bed: Avoid ...
Views: 980 - The Brain, Sleep, and Learning - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2015 from Marvin MarshallThe effects of sleep on learning and memory are impressive. Recent discoveries show that sleep facilitates the active analysis of new memories, allows the brain to solve problems, and infer new information. The "sleeping brain" may also be selectively reinforcing the more difficult aspects of ...
Views: 1261(1 vote) - EFT For Insomnia - Avoid These Tapping Mistakes - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2015 from Suzanne ZachariaInsomnia can be exhausting. Sleep is something that most of us take for granted. And yet, when we cannot sleep, this can have consequences on everything in our lives, from our performance at work to our health, and even our weight. Insomniacs typically try everything first then find out about ...
Views: 1868 - 9 Ways to Get Your Best Sleep Ever - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2016 from Janet MillerRestful sleep is the all-important magic pill we all need. After years of sleeplessness, I finally decided to try to figure this out. Here are the 9 most important tips I learned. Try Sleeping Naked I don't know about you, but this did wonders for me. Sleeping naked helped me feel much more ...
Views: 847 - How to Get a Better Night's Sleep - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2016 from Julie DohertyHow much sleep did you get last night!!! I know that at times getting adequate sleep or even getting to sleep can have it's difficulties. But because I know that to feel good I have made a conscious effort in regards to my sleep and these are the reasons why and some tips I use to ensure ...
Views: 771 - New Research: How Much Sleep is Enough? - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2015 from Hannah WhittenlyWhat constitutes a good night's sleep? Conventional wisdom has always been that the human body needs at least eight hours of sleep every single night. Eight hours has been the golden standard for a healthy amount of sleep. However, experts are changing their view and some actually believe that ...
Views: 950 - Sleep problems? Why napping is good for your health - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2015 from Victor MarchioneDoes a poor night’s sleep have you feeling sleepy by midday? Or yawning your way through the morning? Here’s a good excuse to take a nap. New research has found that the negative health effects of a sleepless night may be remedied by just 40 winks. In a study involving 11 male participants ...
Views: 783 - PEMF: A Natural Alternative to Help With Sleep - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2018 from Dr. William PawlukOne of the almost universal phenomena that I see in people using PEMFs, regardless of PEMF system, is that people almost universally describe improvement in sleep. Because of this feedback, I felt it was important to dedicate an update to the subject. Sleep disturbances are very common: from ...
Views: 7893(1 vote) - Most Common Sleeping Disturbances - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2014 from Aditya BalaThe one human activity that has the ability of relaxing and rejuvenating body, mind and soul is “Sleep.” It is during this process wherein the entire body system relaxes from the day’s physical and mental strain. Therefore, various doctors and health experts suggest that individuals should ...
Views: 878 - Solar Flares- How They Might Be Affecting You - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2014 from Mandy GatlinWe have been seeing many M1 type Solar Flares lately, so I thought this would be a great opportunity to talk about the impact and affects of the solar flares on our energy. Solar Flares bombard the earth with an increased amount of high frequency energy. These flares have caused lots of ...
Views: 1081 - 4 Ways Low Self-esteem Messes With Your Sleep - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2015 from Ivana PejakovicWe know low self-esteem messes with a lot of things... but very few people connect it to the sleepless nights they have on a regular basis. Many of these sleepless nights are caused by the thoughts and fears directly related to low self-esteem and self-confidence levels. Below are 4 general ...
Views: 1054 - ZZZZZZMA? - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2014 from Kenny McDowellZZZZZZMA? 06 August 2014 If you train and exercise regularly increased sweating or an inadequate diet can lead to losses of vitamins and minerals, particularly lower levels of zinc and magnesium. Studies have shown that less than 70% of us get enough zinc, and less than 40% get ...
Views: 1124 - Does Worry Wake You Up? 5 Simple Ways to Help When You Can’t Sleep - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2014 from Pat LaDouceurI can’t sleep,” Shelly said. “I mean, I don’t have much trouble falling asleep. But then I wake up at three in the morning and can’t get back to sleep.” For Shelly, it started with a combination of a fast-paced job and the hormonal changes of pregnancy. While those things started her insomnia ...
Views: 1033 - EMF Effects on Melatonin Production - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2018 from Dr. William PawlukHealthy young and middle-aged adults generally secrete about 5 to 25 micrograms of melatonin each night. This amount tends to decline with age, and this decline is possibly linked with an age-related rise in sleep difficulties. What is Melatonin, Really? Melatonin is sometimes described as ...
Views: 7729(1 vote) - How to Sleep Soundly and Reap the Anti Aging Medicine and Preventive Health Benefits - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2014 from Lorraine MaitaSleep can make you slim, sharp, sexy and supercharged. It raises the anti aging medicine hormone called growth hormone which helps you rejuvenate and repair tissue, keeps you slim and sharp and helps you sleep. During sleep you have higher melatonin levels, an antioxidant hormone that induces ...
Views: 1310 - Conquering Insomnia: Top Tips to Fall Asleep - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2014 from Josh TalAre you suffering from insomnia? Here are some suggestions to help you ease into a good night’s sleep. Top tips to fall asleep -Don’t do heavy exercise within two hours of bed time. Light exercise is perfectly fine though. -Don’t drink any caffeine at least a few hours before bed. Some ...
Views: 1392 - Eight Highly Unusual Sleeping Disorders - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2014 from Josh TalWe’ve all heard of sleep disorders, but not many realize that there are literally hundreds of types of sleep disorder that can affect people’s rest. Sleep is one of the most essential human activities and is vital if we are to get enough energy to get through the day. In addition, sleeping is ...
Views: 1163(1 vote) - Sleep Patterns Change with Age - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2014 from Josh TalAge is the most important determinant of the required amount of sleep a person needs. The volume of children’s sleep hours will depend on the stage of they are currently in. In the case of newborns, they sleep an average of 16 to 18 hours a day. As they reach the age of one, children’s sleep ...
Views: 1190 - Sleep and Pregnancy: What to Expect - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2014 from Josh TalIt is common knowledge that once your new baby arrives you are in for many sleepless nights. What you may not know, however, is that the sleepless nights may start months before your little one makes his or her debut. Although hardly fair, pregnancy poses multiple challenges to a good night’s ...
Views: 1151 - Use These Tips To Wipe Out Insomnia - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2013 from Jason StephensonUse These Tips To Wipe Out Insomnia Not having the ability to sleep is a very terrible feeling. If you suffer from insomnia, you know exactly how this feels. Insomnia can certainly have a negative effect on your life. Today is the day to end it. The tips presented below will do just ...
Views: 1313(1 vote) - Good Solid Advice About Insomnia That Anyone Can Use - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2013 from Jason StephensonGiven your hectic daily life, you need great sleep at night so get through your busy day. However, insomnia can disrupt even the best laid plans. Read on to find out more about this disorder. An evening massage can often help you drift off to sleep. This is a good relaxation technique and it ...
Views: 1269 - ***How to Avoid Jet Lag - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2013 from Josh TalI’ve always taken jet lag seriously. Really I have. As ex-pats from England living in Los Angeles, our house is always inundated with sun-deprived Brits and close (and not so close) family members and friends, gleefully calling and announcing their impending arrival. No problem, we say, ...
Views: 1522 - ***Provent: Alternative Solution for Sleep Apnea - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2013 from Josh TalSleep apnea is considered to be one of the most serious sleeping disorders a patient can experience. Unlike other types of sleeping disorders like narcolepsy and insomnia, sleep apnea can be fatal if not addressed correctly. Sleep apnea is a condition characterized by lapses in breathing ...
Views: 982(1 vote) - ***I Can’t Sleep: What to Do and What Not to Do - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2013 from Josh TalNot getting a good night’s sleep? You’re not alone. The centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimate that about million American workers daily cry out, “I can’t sleep!” Sleep deprivation is a serious health problem. According to a ...
Views: 1215(1 vote) - Insomnia: What to do When Pills Don't Work - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2013 from Pat LaDouceur“I can't get enough sleep,” James told me. “I had some medication, but it doesn't seem to work anymore.” It's a common problem. About 30% of the U.S. population reports having trouble sleeping in a given year. About 12% of those turn to pills, and fill about 60 million prescriptions ...
Views: 1156(1 vote) - Stop Smoking Hypnosis with EFT Most Effective to Overcome Self-Sabotage - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2014 from Annalena Gulliksson-CavalloTHE POWER OF TAPPING I became interested in Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) a few years ago when one of my clients developed lower back pain, which he believed was due to stress and incorrect posture. He had difficulty moving and even though the discomfort decreased after seeing a ...
Views: 1543(1 vote) - Healthy Sleep Forever - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2013 from Mika ElaDo you just roll in bed night after night trying to fall asleep? Do you easily wake up in the night and not go back to sleep? Then these proven rules of healthy sleep are for you. The S&S bedroom rule The bed is only for two s-things – sex and sleep. Any other activities are undesirable. ...
Views: 1600(2 votes) - DANGERS OF SLEEPING DISORDER - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2013 from Benard OgolaMost of us have experienced unrest sleeping at one occasion or another. This is natural and by and large acting, due to stress or additional remote factors. Nevertheless if sleep drawback are a repeated occurrence and interfere in the midst of your daily life, you could be suffering from a sleep ...
Views: 1360(1 vote) - Benefits of a Good Night's Sleep - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2013 from Mary StedulWe all love a good night's sleep. This is because it refreshes the body, helps you to perform better, and plays a major role in making you healthy and happy. And while there are many benefits of a good night's sleep, many of us experience continuous lack of enough sleep. This is something that ...
Views: 1003(1 vote) - Correct the Stress and Anxiety on the Spot - by Submitted on May 10, 2013 from Deborah PokornyStress is a normal reaction to the variant pressures of life. There is positive stress that helps us better ourselves and work efficiently. There are also multiple negative stressors that we are exposed to that cause anxiety. Some of these negative stressors cause anger, personal conflict, ...
Views: 1069 - In Need Of Sleep - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2013 from Roseanna LeatonThe health benefits of sleep are both varied and well known. We all need to have an adequate amount and quality of sleep so as to be able to function as we should on both mental and physical tasks. Sleep is probably the best beauty treatment available to a person, allowing you to ...
Views: 1043 - How can hypnosis help cure your insomnia - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2013 from Christopher MontroseI love to sleep. I really do. I think it is my favorite activity. It may be a strange thing to say, but it’s true. If I had to guess, I’d say I love sleep so much because I don’t get a lot of it. You see, I suffer from insomnia. Well, that’s not entirely true. I suffered from insomnia, past ...
Views: 1116 - Top Techniques For Combating Sleep Apnea Symptoms - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2013 from Ramil MorlaYou may not think your snoring is anything to be concerned about, but it could be a sign of a very serious disorder called sleep apnea. This condition is treatable if you seek the help necessary. Read on to find out if your snoring shows signs of being something more serious than just plain old ...
Views: 1010(1 vote) - 3 Souvenirs from My Trip to Oz - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2013 from Roberta MittmanI am crazy about Dr. Mehmet Oz! A handsome heart surgeon, author, speaker, and the star of his own TV show, he has become the gold standard for accurate, trustworthy advice from the medical world. Dr. Oz was one of the medical experts who spoke at the Integrative Health Symposium earlier this ...
Views: 1150(1 vote) - Sleep Deprived? Restore Yourself Using Delta Brainwave Entrainment - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2013 from Wanina PetlockAre you sleep deprived? Do you have trouble remembering when you last woke up refreshed and ready for the day? Restore this most important period of your day by listening to, and falling asleep with delta brainwave entrainment. Brainwave entrainment can introduce a delta brainwave pattern to ...
Views: 2360 - Learn How To Deal With Your Sleep Apnea - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2013 from Ramil MorlaNo matter who you are or what you go through in a day, you need a restful night's sleep to function properly! Sleep apnea can cause such continuous interruption of sleep that life becomes impossible. Consider the following tips that can help you get control of your sleep apnea and get a better ...
Views: 996(1 vote) - Want to be a Sleep Pro? Just Follow These 6 Tips! - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2013 from Tony MaseEver lay awake at night and assume the rest of the world is sleeping like babies? Jealous of your spouse or significant other who can down coffee all day long, then fall fast asleep at bedtime - while you struggle to catch a few zzz's even after a couple days of sleep deprivation? What ...
Views: 991 - How To Battle The Frustrations Of Sleep Apnea - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2013 from Ramil MorlaThere are hundreds of people who suffer from an unknown ailment - unknown even to themselves. This ailment is called sleep apnea, and aside from damaging the quality of a night's sleep, it also carries more severe health risks. This article offers tips on how to survive when you have sleep ...
Views: 1105(1 vote) - How Acupuncture Treats Insomnia - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2017 from Li ZhengHormones and the autonomic nervous system have to be balanced in order to initiate and maintain sleep. Many studies have shown that acupuncture treatments can help maintain the balance of biological chemicals in the central nervous system and promote the recovery of homeostasis. 1. ...
Views: 1571 - Got Questions About Sleep Apnea? Look No Further! - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2013 from Ramil MorlaDoes your partner complain that you snore at night? Do you wake up feeling tired and irritable? If so, you may be suffering from sleep apnea. This means that while you sleep, you stop breathing for several seconds or even a minute. To find effective relief from this condition, the following ...
Views: 1095(1 vote) - Put an End to Loud Snores - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2013 from Gerry RestriveraSnoring is usually used as a laughing-stock in movies but in reality, snoring is not funny. People who snore loudly every time they sleep are not laughable because snoring is a nuisance not only to the sufferers but also to the people around them. It may disturb one's sleep and may also disturb ...
Views: 964(1 vote) - Are You Paying Enough Attention to Your Sleep? - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2013 from Tony MaseWhether it's from a sleep disorder, stress over that big work project, those pesky pollen allergies, or the joy of becoming a new mom (with a baby who never stops screaming!), the dangers that arise from not getting enough sleep are serious. Sleep deprivation can create major problems for your ...
Views: 1044 - Get Rid of Your Snoring Habits Once and For All - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2013 from Gerry RestriveraMany people snore, it is common especially to men and it gets worse as they age. It is a disturbing sound created while sleeping when the passage of air through your nose and mouth is blocked. Although snoring is common, it can be a real annoyance that can disturb your sleep and the people ...
Views: 1205(1 vote) - Irishman Walking (Stage 2 Chapter 4) -- The End - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2013 from Michael Denis CrosseyIrishman Walking is about my walking the coastal roads of Japan through a series of summer, winter, spring, and autumn stages. Stage 2 began in the city of Noshiro, Akita Prefecture in the winter of 2009, and ended in Tsuruoka City, Yamagata four weeks later in January 2010. Last summer (2012), ...
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