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- Cotisol, The Good and The Bad - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2017 from Leslie DutcherCortisol is a stress hormone which has many benefits for you. Cortisol helps people survive but if there is too much of it in you, it will deplete your anti-inflammatory hormones. In other words, cortisol is normally an anti-inflammatory but if you have sustained stress over many years - then ...
Views: 1145 - Facing Insomnia- Here Are Some Important Things You Should Know About - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2017 from Kalyna KapurThe problem of sleepless nights is a major point of discussion for most of the people on the globe. The statistics say that nearly 60 million Americans face the problem of insomnia. But even being the patient of this health disorder, they are many people who are totally unaware of this problem. ...
Views: 880(1 vote) - 10 Interesting Facts About Snoring - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2017 from Cynthia WitsonIn order to maintain a healthy and active lifestyle a peaceful and sound sleep is necessary. In order to achieve this goal snoring must not be a part of the sleep time s that the sleep remains undisturbed and the mind can be fresh and active in the morning. A fresh mind is very important in ...
Views: 1135 - Ways Snoring Is Causing Problems for Your Job - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2017 from Cynthia WitsonIn order to function efficiently and effectively at your workplace it is vitally important to adopt a healthy and disciplined lifestyle which refreshes both your mind and body. A good physical health will also have a positive effect on the mental health of a person. Healthy mind and body require ...
Views: 775 - Help Your Wife or Husband Get a Better Night’s Sleep - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2017 from Cynthia WitsonThe relationship between husband and wife is one of the best affiliations in the world provided both have mutual understanding. But, it can be no less than a nightmare if both have misunderstandings and mistrust. Its well-known quote that spouses should be like best friends in mutual ...
Views: 830(1 vote) - The Dangers of Sleep Apnea and How a Brandon Sleep Center Can Help - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2017 from Cynthia BowersHave you ever experienced waking up in the middle of the night and feeling exhausted despite the fact that sleeping must have the opposite effect? You must be suffering from sleep apnea, a common disorder characterized by repetitive breathing pauses. Some cases just involve shallow breathing, ...
Views: 754(1 vote) - 3 Key Benefits of Sleep Tea - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2017 from Pritom DasTea is associated with staying awake and boosting the productivity. Tea is a stimulant, which contains Caffeine in it. Caffeine is a drug that can deprive an individual from sleep. People have used tealeaves as an herbal remedy for centuries. Tea has major benefits and caffeine free sleep tea ...
Views: 986(1 vote) - Kids Aren’t Getting Enough Sleep — and the Culprit May be in Their Pocket - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Any parent of older children knows - they aren’t getting enough sleep. Dragging your child out of bed in the morning is almost harder than getting them to do their homework or clean their room. Not only does this sleep deprivation make their mornings hard, it can have long term effects, too. ...
Views: 1033(1 vote) - Different Types of Sleeping Disorders a Sleep Center can Help You With - by Submitted on May 29, 2017 from Cynthia BowersGetting a good night’s sleep is crucial to the health of a person. Sleep deprivation does not only make you dull and sluggish the following day, but could also very well affect your overall wellness in the long run. Some people find it a lot easier to go to sleep, but for others it’s a lot more ...
Views: 919(1 vote) - This Noise May Lead to Better Sleep! - by Submitted on May 12, 2017 from Taryn DeCiccoThis article was originally posted at http://www.apple-a-day-clinic.com/Health_and_Nutrition_Blog?m8:post=this-noise-may-lead-to-better-sleep Gentle sound stimulation synchronized to the rhythm of brain waves significantly enhances deep sleep in older adults and improves their ability to ...
Views: 777(1 vote) - The Link Between Poor Quality Sleep and Driver Safety - by Submitted on May 09, 2017 from Jenniffer PickardA culture that has grown to glorify the state of being busy, working long hours, and packing the most activity into every day. Sound familiar? Americans have created what many health and wellness experts agree, is an unhealthy disregard for the value of sleep, which has become a luxury rather ...
Views: 869(1 vote) - Getting the Correct Diagnosis for Your Sleep Disorder - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2018 from Leon EdwardMillions of individuals are impacted by some kind of sleep condition or another. Sleep conditions are discovered in different kinds and a few of the most familiar ones consist of Sleeping disorders: * Sleep Apnea * Sleep Walking * Snoring Problems * Sleeping issues due to shift work * ...
Views: 869(1 vote) - Mattress Choice: How to Ensure Your Healthy and Relaxing Sleep - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2017 from Sophia MooreA third of your life is spent in bed sleeping. How the rest of it is spent is up to you (though we would totally understand if you decided to spend some of that time in bed doing other stuff too). Since a huge chunk of time is allocated to your mattress, it's reasonable to assume that you need ...
Views: 834(1 vote) - Understanding sleep apnea: causes, risks and remedies - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2017 from Cynthia MadisonSleep apnea is a condition that can appear at any age and that affects 4% of males, 2% of females and 0.7% of children. Despite its high incidence, it is often misunderstood and underestimated, which can lead to complications and negative lifestyle changes. But what is it exactly? More ...
Views: 749(1 vote) - Everything You Need To Know About Your Lack Of Sleep - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2017 from Marilyn VinchyIf you struggle to sleep, you’ve heard it all before: Hot bath, chamomile tea, reduce exposure to light, etc. But whatever you try, nothing seems to work. Maybe it’s time for a whole different approach... Below are examples of original triggers that can cause your sleep to suffer: 1. ...
Views: 892(1 vote) - 5 easy tips to fight insomnia - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2017 from Jems ForttHaving a sound sleep in today’s ever awake era is a distant dream! The present generations have created the world today that never sleeps either due to an uninterrupted internet access or stress due to increased workload. Most of us have ended up disrupting the natural sleep-wake cycle ...
Views: 795(1 vote) - For Undisturbed Sleep, Switch to Strong Sleeping Pills UK - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2017 from Steve FordAccording to a research, Strong Sleeping pills improve the time you take to get to sleep by 12.8 minutes as compared to ordinary dozing pills. Sleep medications work on the same brain receptors as drugs to treat anxiety. And secondly, there's the effect of anterograde amnesia, which means by ...
Views: 939 - Cumin Seeds Health Benefits - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2017 from Victor MarchioneAlthough they look tiny, cumin seeds pack a punch when it comes to flavor and nutritional benefits. Extensively used in Indian, Asian, African, and Latin American culinary practices, cumin has a very distinct nutty and peppery flavor. Scientifically known as Cuminum Cyminum, the small oblong ...
Views: 1295(1 vote) - Is Natural Sleep Aids Effective than Prescription Sleeping pills? - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2017 from Steve FordResearchers have concluded that one-third of the entire population of the world experiences insomnia and only half of that number realizes the importance to consult a sleep specialist. Majority of them, however, understand, that consumption of best sleeping pills is only a temporary solution to ...
Views: 708(1 vote) - Conquer Insomnia with Effective Sleeping Tablets - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2017 from Steve FordInsomnia is a condition in which you find it difficult to fall asleep or stay asleep, according to your requirement. Most people have suffered from the symptoms of this sleep disorder at some point of their lives. Some of the common reasons of insomnia are medications and drugs, chronic pain, ...
Views: 731 - Buy Cheap Zopiclone Sleeping Pills for the treatment of Insomnia - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2016 from Steve FordInsomnia can be defined as a sleep disorder in which a person has difficulty in falling asleep or staying asleep according to his requirement. He wakes up at odd hours and struggles to get back to sleep. An inadequate and incomplete sleep often leads to weak judgment, depressed mood, ...
Views: 1050 - The Warning Signs of Sleep Deprivation With Resulting Health Issues and Risks - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2018 from Leon EdwardSignals of a Lack of Sleep or Improper Sleep If one is not simply getting enough sleep, the body ultimately begins revealing outside indications. Among the very first indications of being denied of your sleep is feeling tired throughout the day. Somewhat surprising to some, another ...
Views: 964(1 vote) - Why Better Sleep Could Mean Better Productivity - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2016 from Anna RodriguezIn this time and age where we have to do a lot of things, sleep is one of the things that suffers. Some people sacrifice sleep to be more productive, but the result is the opposite. A number of independent studies show that employees are likely to perform effectively and profitably with ...
Views: 1106(1 vote) - Identifying and Treating Hyperthyroidism - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2016 from Ryno EllisYour thyroid is a tiny butterfly-shaped gland found at the base of your neck, a gland that weighs less than an ounce but plays a critical role in your body. The thyroaid produces two important hormones, thyroxine (T-4) and triiodothyronine (T-3) that maintain the rate at which your body uses ...
Views: 744 - How We Are Effected by The Unfavorable Effects of Napping and the Best Ways to Nap or Sleep Better - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2018 from Leon EdwardAs you may like your day-to-day nap, a nap is not always a beneficial thing. A nap can leave you feeling more groggy and sleepy and this can put you into a nasty mood. The most awful thing a nap might do is to interrupt your routine resting pattern during the night. If you want to have a good ...
Views: 772 - Wake Up Call for The Grumpy - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2016 from Best CatcherDo you ever wake up feeling nothing but grumpy? And you are not aware of it. Not until everyone else says it to you repeatedly. And even feel more irritated because you won’t believe it to be true reasoning out that you are just “not a morning person”. And then you realize “Oops! I have been ...
Views: 781 - 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: 703 - 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: 9046 - 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: 1017(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: 1710 - 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: 1063 - 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: 1401(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: 2091 - 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: 884 - 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: 842 - 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: 1010 - 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: 830 - 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: 9384(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: 930 - 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: 1170 - 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: 1201 - 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: 1105 - 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: 9597(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: 1382 - 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: 1467 - 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: 1241(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: 1270 - 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 ...
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