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- Sleep Apnea Exercises: Excellent Adjunct Therapy You Cannot Afford To Ignore - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2011 from Douglas KidderIf you have been diagnosed with sleep apnea, chances are that you have been recommended urgent weight loss. Body weight and sleep apnea are intricately related and without weight loss, no treatment for this distressful sleep disorder can be effective. But does weight loss for sleep apnea ...
Views: 966(1 vote) - Sleep apnea Minnesota and Heart Disease - In-Depth Look at cause of Sleep Apnea - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2012 from Graybow OlsonIt is found that the major reason for heart disease cause due to sleep apnea. The sleep disorder is cause due hectic schedules and depression, which are very common part of people’s day to day life. It has been noticed that the relationship sleep deprivation and heart disease has become strong ...
Views: 1288(1 vote) - Sleep Apnea's Effect on Your Sexual Life - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2011 from Natalie BonanskiApnea is a serious sleep disorder that interrupts an individual’s sleep when the airway collapses and breathing is interrupted during sleep. Sufferers of sleep apnea stop breathing many times an hour – up to 100 times a night – and snoring is another side effect of the condition. A typical ...
Views: 1305(1 vote) - Sleep Apnea: The Not-Necessarily Silent Killer - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2009 from Robert ClarkSleep apnea and related breathing problems during sleep are by far the most common and dangerous sleep disorders assessed at nearly all sleep centers. Everything that physicians used to think about sleep apnea was incorrect. We once thought that sleep-related breathing disorders were ...
Views: 2125(1 vote) - Sleep Deprivation Symptoms - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2008 from Tom HouserThese days, most people complain of not getting adequate sleep. On an average, people need 6 to 8 hours of complete rest but most people get less than 7 hours of sleep per night, many getting much less. One of the most obvious sleep deprivation symptoms is the inability to work effectively ...
Views: 2876(2 votes) - Sleep Deprivation? Take A Second Look At It - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2011 from Charlotte BirdWhat’s normally overlooked when individuals say they are “sleep deprived” is exactly HOW your sleep deprivation presents itself. The answer to how your sleep deprivation occurs can be the most valuable lead to your tailored sleep solution. For example, difficulty falling asleep usually has ...
Views: 758(1 vote) - Snoring Remedies Tips to Reduce Your Snoring Condition - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2011 from Heather CaryNeed to have the snoring remedies to treat your snoring at night? Sick and tired with not letting your lover sleep? Learn some tips for reducing those annoying snoring. Snoring is caused by obstruction of airflow in which passes through the mouth and nose. Sound is manufactured by vibration ...
Views: 798(1 vote) - Snoring Remedy: Best and Practical Tips for a Restful Sleep - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2009 from Dana MortensonLet’s admit it, you are not the only one looking for a snoring remedy. After all, your spouse could suffer more than you do with your snoring. Snoring could result to poor sleep, daytime fatigue and irritability. Soliciting your partner’s help in dealing with this problem could greatly help ...
Views: 1208(1 vote) - Somnoplasty Procedure to Stop Apnea and Snoring - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2012 from Douglas KidderSomnoplasty procedure is one of the minor surgical solutions in treating sleep apnea. More than that, the procedure is also a solution to excessive snoring and nasal congestion. This is an outpatient procedure that could last less that an hour, wherein the patient is put under local anaesthesia. ...
Views: 1345(1 vote) - Stop Snoring To Save Your Marriage - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2011 from Ben WeiserProblem snoring is one of the most common medical symptoms in the world. It's estimated that nearly half of the male population and nearly a third of the world's female population snore at night. Given the prevalence of nightly snoring it's no surprise that snoring can become a source of stress ...
Views: 1385(1 vote) - Stress Reduction for 12 Subjects after using the Infra Red Negative Ions Amethyst Bio Mat over 3 months - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2011 from Prof. George GrantAbstract: 12 subjects were tested before and after using the Bio Mat for one hour daily over 3 months period using 3 different biofeedback devices and blood cortisol levels to measure stress reduction. Far Infra Red/Negative Ions Amethyst Bio Mat reduces Stress by 78% as validated by Pre ...
Views: 3011(2 votes) - Teens and Sleep; We Really Need to Rethink Expectation - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2010 from Amy Korn-ReavisAn article was released about teens and the effects of caffeine and technology is having an effect of teens and their sleep. I know I live this issue daily. I have a teen son and a daughter who is just in her 20s. The problem is that we have not created a culture that supports teens and their ...
Views: 1291(5 votes) - The Best Sleep Environment ie. Bedroom - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2011 from Dr. Catherine DarleyOver the centuries, and from place to place throughout the world, sleep environments have varied widely. I once attended a presentation on sleep environments in other cultures. The most striking was in a nomadic culture. The women sleep squatting down, with their skirts stretched tightly ...
Views: 1416(1 vote) - The Best Sleep Ever - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2012 from Cade LennoxHave you ever met one of those people who simply always have energy to get everything done and they never complain about a sleepless night’s rest? How do they do it and what are their secrets? Although everyone has different schedules and regimens, there are a few things that you can do to ...
Views: 1482(1 vote) - The Harm of Insomia - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2011 from Ann YangMany people know the habits of drinking coffee, tea, etc. can lead to the occurrence of chronic insomnia. Many people mistakenly believe that the same can not sleep without you, no fuss, what unnecessary treatment, not knowing that a variety of chronic insomnia poses a potential hazard, mainly ...
Views: 1483(2 votes) - 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: 1176(1 vote) - The Signs and Symptoms of Generalized Anxiety Disorder - by Submitted on May 12, 2012 from C.J. MackeyEverybody occassionally worries about bills, work and relationships, but for people with Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), the worrying never stops. Because anxiety can manifest itself in many ways, it's a disorder often missed or misdiagnosed by doctors. For me, anxiety had been a constant ...
Views: 1277(1 vote) - Things to Do to Ensure Somnoplasty Success Rate - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2012 from Douglas KidderSomnoplasty is one of the newer surgical procedures that aim to cure snoring and sleep apnea. The recorded somnoplasty success rate is higher than the more established sleep apnea surgeries based on patient feedback and doctors’ operation outcome. Complete treatments that range from single to ...
Views: 1878(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: 1220(1 vote) - Tips and Techniques to Improve Short Term Memory - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2009 from Martin MakIf you need to recall something that you learnt just a few seconds ago, to maybe 2 minutes ago, you are using your short term memory. Many factors affect your short term memory, also known as working memory. Understanding, or being aware of these factors can help you dramatically improve your ...
Views: 2736(1 vote) - 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: 1414(1 vote) - Use Aaram Natural Herbal Sleep Aid Formula To Get A Good Sleep At Night - by Submitted on Jan 01, 2013 from Aiden SmithIf you are suffering with insomnia and struggle to fall asleep, Aaram herbal sleep aid formula can help you to have a good sleep at night. Insomnia strikes in many ways, delayed sleep after lying on a bed, disturbed sleep, lesser duration of sleep, sleepiness during day and rising early with a ...
Views: 1477(1 vote) - What Are the Symptoms to Be Watched for to Determine If You Are Suffering From Depression? - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2011 from Danica Susan"I'm depressed." Does this statement sound familiar to you? The word "depressed" became the generic term used by people in the society referring to their feelings when they are upset or sad. However, the symptoms of depression are more serious than merely feeling blue. In fact, depression ...
Views: 1405(2 votes) - What is snoring and how can you stop to snore? - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2012 from camille vandaSnoring – a nuisance or a serious medical condition? Have you ever been awaken by your spouse snoring louder than a plane taking off? Have you spent long sleepless night listening to the loud rumbling noise wondering if you ever get good night sleep again? Have you ever been awaken by your ...
Views: 918(1 vote) - What Seniors Must Know About Sleep Apnea - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2012 from Stefanie JeanneDo you suddenly wake up gasping for breath in the middle of the night? Do you snore? Do you feel tired in the morning or during the day, even if as far as you know it you’ve had a good night’s rest? Then you probably have sleep apnea. But what, exactly, is sleep apnea? Sleep apnea ...
Views: 1349(2 votes) - What Will Help Me Sleep? Five Foods That Make You Sleepy - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2012 from Darlene NorrisIf you're having difficulty sleeping, your biggest question is, "What will help me sleep?" You may not know that there are quite a few foods that make you sleepy. Wouldn't it be great if one of the best home remedies for sleeplessness was sitting on your kitchen counter right now? The ...
Views: 1107(1 vote) - Why Can't I Sleep? - Common Causes of Insomnia - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2011 from Ruth KidsonLying awake at night is no fun and, if it's happened to you, you may have spent some of those long hours of wakefulness wondering "Why?" You might well have been feeling tired, possibly very tired . . . so why couldn’t you fall asleep when you needed to? There are many causes of insomnia, ...
Views: 1002(1 vote) - Why Snorers, Especially Those Who Can't Sleep Well, Need Help - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2012 from Mike MooreAccording to statistics, approximately one-third of all couples can't sleep well because one member of the relationship snores loudly. The impacts this has on the relationship can be devastating, considering how ample rest is needed to feel energized and positive in the morning. On the contrary, ...
Views: 885(1 vote) - Your First Week on CPAP - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2011 from Amy Korn-ReavisYour First Week on CPAP Everyone has questions and issues as they learn about their new bedtime friend, their CPAP machine. This first week will really set the tone for your success with your machine. During this time it is essential for you’re to ask questions and get the help you may need ...
Views: 2116(1 vote) - You’re Getting Sleepy… - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Ayelet Melany CohenSleep is vital to our health and well being. Yet millions of us, especially those of us in high-stress jobs, are not getting enough. Surveys conducted by the National Sleep Foundation reveal that 60 % of adults report having sleep problems a few nights a week or more. Poor sleep has a price. ...
Views: 1363(2 votes) - “You Are Falling Asleep” - Using Hypnosis to Cure Insomnia - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2011 from Ruth KidsonAsk anyone to pretend to be a hypnotist and you can be fairly certain that they’ll look you in the eyes and say (possibly in a foreign accent!) “You are falling asleep”. Although a hypnotic trance is not actually a form of sleep, it is a very similar state. And because of its ability to induce ...
Views: 1018(4 votes) - What You Don't Know About Breathing - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2009 from Steven ParkProper breathing is fundamental to good health and vitality. Breathing is the most basic physiologic function that we must do to survive. Improper breathing can lead to illness, disease, and ultimately, death. Ancient Indian cultures recognized this basic principle and developed very ...
Views: 1363(5 votes) - How to Turn Sleepless Nights into Sweet Dreams - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2009 from Elsabe SmitThis is a quote from the Wall Street Journal in September 2009: “A recent study reported that 52% of working French don’t sleep well on Sunday night. But work-related stress is not a French disease, and is ubiquitous and severe in all developed economies. In the U.K. and U.S. 70% of employees ...
Views: 1717(4 votes) - Natural Sleep Aids - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2010 from David OromanerIn the last few decades the large pharmaceutical companies have made a concerted effort to get as many people as possible using prescription medicines. Often our doctors are willing accomplices in the business strategy of these drug companies. Of course the more people that are dependant on ...
Views: 1248(4 votes) - Thinking about a sleeping pill? Hypnotizing sleep for insomnia is betterSubmitted on Nov 16, 2009 from Online HypnosisDo you have an issue falling asleep at night? Or, once asleep, do you wake up in the middle of the night, tossing and turning? You, like a huge percentage of people, are experiencing insomnia. Your lack of sleep can cause many problems in life: the next day, your mental ability is lowered, ...
Views: 1511(4 votes) - When it comes to Sleep - How much is normal? - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2009 from Tova GreenbergThe amount of sleep we get changes as we grow and is not fixed until we are adults. So 8 hours sleep is not "normal" for everyone. But if you know what to expect then you can identify problems and deal with them before they become chronic. This flu season it is especially important that we ...
Views: 1540(4 votes) - Overcoming Sleep Disorders And Getting The Most From Life - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2010 from Nathan TylerEven in this world of advanced medicine, cases of mental disorders and sleep disorders are on the increase. Shockingly sleep disorders affect almost half of the population. Today, people tend to ignore stress symptoms and get on with it, but this can have a damaging repercussions. Insomnia ...
Views: 1553(3 votes) - Sleep Problems? Look to the past for a modern day natural solution! - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2009 from Tova GreenbergIf you are having problems falling asleep or staying asleep as millions of people in this fast paced society are, today there is an alternative to taking drugs that is 50 year old science, has an unblemished safety record and works with your body’s natural electrical component to gently and ...
Views: 1217(3 votes) - 20 Minute Plan adds Meditation in Your Personal Development, Reduces Stress and Improves Sleep - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2018 from Leon EdwardMeditation is a way of relaxing which can prevent and reduce stress, help you to sleep better, alleviate depression and give you a new and better perspective. We all should be self-aware and meditation is a natural way to develop yourself. The work which you put into mediating will pay off ...
Views: 2849(2 votes) - 5 Reasons to Stop Snoring Now - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from Steven ParkIs your bedpartner bruising your ribs with an elbow, telling to you roll over onto your side because of your loud, obnoxious snoring? Do people hate traveling with you because you sound like a chainsaw in the middle of the night? Can your relatives hear you snore throughout the entire house, ...
Views: 1455(2 votes) - Beware of These Common Sleep-Disrupting Problems - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2018 from Jaclyn TengBesides nutrients and oxygen, there are few things that are more necessary to the human body than sleep. When we sleep, our bodies regenerate and carry out many of the processes necessary to keep us healthy, feeling energized, and in top shape. Despite the importance of sleep, however, we live ...
Views: 1000(2 votes) - Insomnia, Alcohol and Sleep - by Submitted on May 21, 2009 from Robert And Shelley JakobsenThe average adult sleeps 7.5 to 8 hours every night. Although the function of sleep is unknown, abundant evidence demonstrates that lack of sleep can have serious consequences, including increased risk of depressive disorders, impaired breathing, and heart disease. In addition, excessive ...
Views: 1971(2 votes) - Paying Attention to Yourself and Your Environment Can Help Your Sleep! - by Submitted on Aug 19, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsPutting attention on ourselves and our environment can help to resolve some of our personal challenges, especially sleep issues. Here are some tips and questions for you to place your attention on so you can get a good night sleep! 1. Are you waking up periodically during the night to adjust ...
Views: 844(2 votes) - Put Insomnia to Rest - How acupuncture can help you overcome this common problem - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2012 from Amanda BaroneIf you have difficulty falling asleep or wake-up during the night you are experiencing symptoms of insomnia. Insomnia is more than just having a poor night's sleep. As this can be frustrating for most sleepers, insomnia sufferers can attest that the real effects of months or years of poor ...
Views: 1782(2 votes) - Sleep - how much is Normal and When should you Worry! - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2009 from Tova GreenbergThe amount of sleep we get changes as we grow and is not fixed until we are adults. So 8 hours sleep is not "normal" for everyone. But if you know what to expect then you can identify problems and deal with them before they become chronic. This flu season it is especially important that we ...
Views: 1895(4 votes) - Stress and Sleep - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2009 from Debi Silber, The Mojo CoachStress and Sleep Are you getting enough sleep? According to the latest survey from the Better Sleep Council , 68% of American women admit to getting less than 8 hours of sleep per night. You can bet that percentage is higher among moms! Sleep eludes some of us because stresses in our lives ...
Views: 1585(2 votes) - What Do Hot Flashes Have To Do With Anxiety? - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2009 from Kris CallowayHot flashes triggered by anxious feelings are characterized by extra blood flow to the skin and perception of heat. Anxious hot flashes have a variety of extra minor side effects such as sweaty palms of your hands. Anxiety hot flashes are analogous to the hot flashes experienced by menopausal ...
Views: 6744(2 votes) - 10 Tips for Better Sleep - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2009 from Jesse CannoneGetting a full night's sleep is as important to good health as maintaining a proper diet and getting enough exercise. Yet a third of Americans get less than 6 ½ hours of sleep each night - much less the recommended 7-8 hours. Lack of sleep is associated with an inflammation causing increase ...
Views: 1174(3 votes) - Turn To Healthy Diet Choices For Help Falling Asleep - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2009 from Jenelle JordynYour diet says a lot about your overall health. The old saying 'you are what you eat' holds a lot of truth. In fact, many conditions can be cured or at least improved by eating the appropriate foods and avoiding others. Insomnia is one of those conditions. While it's not the answer in 100% of ...
Views: 963(3 votes) - 5 Resolutions for a Better Night Sleep - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2009 from Amy Korn-ReavisWe all make resolutions for the New Year. And some of them are large and ambitious and some are small and practical. These are five easy changes that will help you to improve your sleep and wake up with more energy every day. 1. Turn off the television: Too many people are watching ...
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