We all have a favorite sleep position—the way we feel most comfortable and let our body sink into sleep. Many people need only a soft pillow and their favorite sleeping position to fall asleep in seconds. That said, most of us probably haven’t given much thought to how our sleep position affects our health or …
Each of us has an internal master clock that regularly and carefully coordinates the biological responses in our body. This master clock is also called our circadian clock. Our circadian clock controls the 24-hour cycle that regulates essential functions such as our sleep/wake cycle. When your circadian clock, or your natural biological rhythms, are disturbed for any number …
Have you ever experienced a night where you tossed and turned in bed, watching the hours on your clock pass while you couldn’t sleep? Or do you know the feeling of getting up in the morning—after sleeping all night—yet somehow feeling like you never slept at all? These—and other experiences like them—are signs of sleep …
If you or someone you love is struggling to get good rest or has recently been diagnosed as having sleep apnea, you may be feeling overwhelmed. With so much information out there, it’s hard to know where to start or who to trust. So we’ve compiled some basic things you need to know about positional therapy for …
Have you ever heard the term “sleep debt?” If you have, do you know what it means and how it can impact your life? Thankfully, the following information will tell you everything you need to know about sleep debt and even consider whether it’s possible to catch up and repay your nocturnal debt. What is …
Many people have developed the habit of reading books at night to help them relax and fall asleep. It’s a great way to calm the mind and focus on a story instead of the events of the day or what you need to do tomorrow. But in some cases, the best approach for sleep is …
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Are you having trouble sleeping? It may be more than just restlessness. Sleep apnea is a growing health issue, causing excessive daytime sleepiness and other symptoms that can prove deadly. This condition is usually considered a disorder that affects mostly men, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. What does this mean? Although men …
Have you ever been tired—bone-tired—and looked forward to finally going to bed only to crawl between the covers and find yourself suddenly unable to sleep? It can truly be one of the most exasperating experiences in the world. Your body is tired—no question about it—but your brain is suddenly awake, thinking about everything from yesterday’s conversations to tomorrow’s bills, to …
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When you hear the term “sleep apnea,” chances are, what comes to your mind first isn’t the way it affects children. In fact, maybe until now, you didn’t realize sleep apnea could affect children. But it can. And not only that, it is often and easily misdiagnosed, creating health and behavioral consequences that can take years to correct. …
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