The relationship between sleep and your overall health is a very important one. It’s one that we all cherish. When things get rocky with that relationship, it begins to affect how you live your daily life, much like any other relationship. Having a bad night’s sleep can put you in a bad mood and it…
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Do you find yourself feeling wound up before you go to sleep, or do you frequently experience bouts with insomnia? You are not alone. In today’s busy, on-the-go world we live it, it’s easy to have a lot on our minds. When you go to sleep, however, it is important to be completely relaxed so…
Ever seen those conflicting news articles that tell you exactly how much sleep you need? One day you need 8 hours, and another time you’re told that just 6 hours is sufficient. So the question of the day is this: how much sleep do you REALLY need? The truth is; there is no magic number….
If you think that just one beer or wine will help you fall asleep at night after a long day, think again. While it’s easy for people to nod off after a few drinks, alcohol actually has negative effects on your quality of sleep. It is estimated that over a third of adults have used…
We all remember Shaquille O’Neal. He is a retired basketball player and is known as one of the heaviest players to play in the NBA. His strength made him a dominant force on the basketball court and this made him a hero to many people. What you may not know about Shaq, is that off…
Dealing with allergies at any time of the year isn’t fun. Suffering from allergies in the summer months, when you’re supposed to be enjoying all that summer has to offer is even worse. Add snoring into the mix and you may be really struggling. So why is it that some people’s allergies get worse in…
If you felt a little more tired than normal on July 13th, it’s probably because of the full moon from the night before. Seriously. If that sounds crazy, researchers in Sweden have discovered a link between the lunar cycle and our sleep activity. Our brains are apparently more reactive whenever there is a full moon,…
Ugh, exercise. Of course you’ve heard over and over how important it is for your overall health. But let’s be honest, it can be a challenge to fit in a workout within our busy, on-the-go lives, not to mention that the thought of getting active makes you want to fall asleep right now. No matter…
There’s nothing better than those warm, relaxing summer days, but getting to sleep in the summer can be difficult. Between the hot and humid weather and vacation on our minds, it’s easy to have many sleepless nights.. Here are 10 tips for a better sleep this summer: Create a normal bedtime routine. Do the same things each night to wind down such as having a…