Ah coffee, most of us can’t live without it, and others could easily drink it all day every day, no matter what time it is. But as much as you may rely on it heavily, caffeine can be problematic when it comes time to go to sleep. If you think that just one more cup…
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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…
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…
If you think that your obstructive sleep apnea diagnosis has nothing to do with driving, think again. Did you know that people with sleep apnea are twice as likely to be involved in a car accident? A lot of this has to do with the fact that so many people with sleep apnea are undiagnosed…
Testosterone: also known as the “male hormone.” It is known for stimulating the production of male sexual characteristics and is essential for building muscle mass, strength and bone density. It is naturally produced in your body. Even women are said have a little bit of testosterone (although not nearly as much compared to our male…
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,…
Congratulations, you’re expecting! For most women, pregnancy is an exciting time in your life with many new changes to come. However, your hormone levels are all over the place right now and this can have a great effect on how well you sleep. Some of the sleep-related symptoms you may experience during pregnancy include: Insomnia:…
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…
Statistically, sleep apnea affects one in 25 middle aged men. If you find yourself in this age and gender category, it does not mean that you are doomed to get sleep apnea. It just means that you need to be more aware of your health. It is also estimated that about 82% of men…
It is commonly known how much of a nuisance snoring can be, but is it something that could be potentially dangerous to your overall health? Snoring could be a sign of sleep apnea, where there are repeated pauses in breathing at night. A complete absence of breathing at night is referred to as an “apnea.”…