It’s a common fear that caffeine is the enemy of sleep. In fact, we’ve all either said or heard someone say, if I have a cup of coffee right now, then I’ll be up all night. But why is this the case? Does caffeine really impact our sleep? Let’s dive into a few helpful questions …
Hold or Pour the Coffee: How Caffeine Impacts Our Sleep Read More »
Sleep disorders do not single out one type of person. Instead, they affect the lives of an estimated 22 million people in the United States, with approximately a third of adults across North, Central, and South America likely experiencing symptoms. It impacts all genders, races, and income levels, not even sparing celebrities such as NFL …
When it comes to keeping your home neat and clean, the demands of daily life can pose plenty of challenges. Even for those who prefer their homes spotless, it’s hard to find the time to tackle the whole to-do list. At the end of a long day, who gets excited at the prospect of mopping the …
Keeping it Clean: How a Clean House Impacts Our Sleep Read More »
Consistent sleep deprivation poses major health risks: Individuals who accumulate significant “sleep debt” are more likely to suffer from a range of chronic illnesses. If we neglect our rest on an ongoing basis, we stand to undermine our quality of life and jeopardize our long-term well-being. But how risky is the occasional sleepless night, undertaken …
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Companionship, bonding, memorable moments, entertainment, exercise–these are just a few of the reasons many people choose to bring pets into their lives and hearts. What recent data will reveal, however, is that better sleep may also be another reason to finally bring home that dog. Wanting to know how pets help their owners find rest, …
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Everyone needs to go on vacation. Unfortunately, many who would likely benefit from a trip are forgoing their sought-after R&R time due to the added stress of traveling with a sleep disorder. Vacations can prove to be challenging for someone with poor sleep health on their own when they are meant to be an escape …
Traveling With a Sleep Disorder: Exploring How Sleep Disorders Affect Vacations Read More »
It’s no secret that sugar can affect us in many different ways, but did you know it has a direct impact on our quality of sleep? Yes, one of sugar’s dirty little secrets is the effect it can have on a good night’s rest. Let’s discuss a few of the most significant effects that sugar …
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 …
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 …
Air Quality and Health Outcomes: Is The Air Making You Sick? Read More »
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.
