While pursuing a desirable job in a warm, promising city like Los Angeles or Phoenix sounds like a great idea, people looking to relocate may also want to add air quality to their list of criteria. Using the most recent datasets available from government sources—such as EPA Air Quality Index Report and the CDC’s Behavioral …
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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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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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Feeling too warm or too cold at night can seem like a small problem. However, not sleeping in the ideal temperature for you can influence the quality of your sleep, which can affect the quality of your health. Research shows that optimal sleep conditions can help your health, including helping you feel rested. Likewise, poor …
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With July comes fireworks, cookouts, and the inevitable restless nights spent overheating in bed. Many factors contribute to your overall temperature while you sleep, from sleeping habits to whether you have cotton or silk sheets. While we aren’t able to control how hot it gets outside, there are a few things we can do to …
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Overeating and binge drinking are quite common during the holiday months, but did you know that both can worsen Sleep Apnea? Here are some tips on how to enjoy yourself this holiday season, while keeping your respiratory health in mind.
The heat and humidity of summer can worsen symptoms and make the day to day harder for those suffering from COPD. Here’s a quick guide on how to minimize the potential impact of the summer heat on your COPD symptoms.
Has our way of sleeping changed over time? Ever since the advent of the light bulb, we have been able to stay awake longer into the night. Nonetheless, modern studies have linked artificial light exposure at night to several negative health issues, such as heart disease and obesity.
