Sometimes sleep apnea is diagnosed because a partner wakes up night after night disrupted by deep, loud snoring and finally insists their loved one participates in a sleep study. Not all who snore have sleep apnea, but it’s often a hallmark of this common sleep disorder. Treatment for sleep apnea includes the use of a …
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Slow-wave sleep, also known as deep sleep, is the third stage of non-REM sleep and accounts for the deepest stage of sleep that you get throughout the night. It’s during this stage that your muscles relax and your heart rate slows. There are a number of beneficial things that occur during this stage of sleep, …
On average, it can take between 10 to 20 minutes to fall asleep. However, if it’s taking much longer to drift off, the frustration that arises can push sleep off for even longer. Turning your mind off at night can keep you counting sheep, but did you know there are natural drink choices that can …
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You’ve likely heard the expression, “you are what you eat.” But did you know there’s a connection between what you eat and how well you sleep? Just like there are foods and beverages that can disrupt your sleep, there are many foods that promote sleep. In some states, over 40% of adults get less than …
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Looking for some tips and tricks to get to sleep faster? We’ve asked CPAP.com employees to share their ultimate sleep hacks with you! Keep reading below to find out what our sleep experts are doing to help catch those elusive ZzZs. “Having the blue light on my phone/laptop switch off around 9ish to help me …
You wake up, rub your eyes, and let out a yawn or it’s lunchtime and you can’t help but wish for a nap—daytime sleepiness has struck. Excessive daytime sleepiness or hypersomnia is common and affects close to 20% of the population and can stem from sleep deprivation, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, narcolepsy, restless leg syndrome, or …
Discover how stretching before bed can increase sleep quality and help you fall asleep faster.
Working the night shift is not as uncommon as many people may think. Some of society’s most important role-players work non-traditional hours, such as nurses, paramedics, firemen, policemen, cleaners, factory workers, and more. In fact, up to 20% of workers in industrialized countries are rotating shift or night shift workers. But is working the night shift healthy? …
Make this the year to focus on your self-care by taking the time to improve your sleep quality to set your day up for success. Invest in your rest through relaxation techniques such as mindfulness, meditation, and yoga. To accompany these relaxation sleep tools, focusing on your nutrition can drastically take your sleep quality to …
Sweet Slumber: Tips and Tricks for Improving Your Sleep Quality Read More »
Picture this: Your CPAP machine is placed perfectly on your nightstand. It’s time for your nighttime routine, and your bedroom should be your peaceful space to unwind and relax after a long day. But are you not sure where exactly to begin your bedroom oasis transformation? We’re here to give you some tips on how …
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