According to a new study, chronic sleep disturbances such as insomnia may be linked to an earlier development of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. The researchers at Temple University conducted the study with the intention of finding out whether sleep disturbances were a risk factor to develop Alzheimer’s, or if the disturbances are manifested by the […]
Archive | June, 2014
What Does Your Sleeping Style Say About Your Relationship?
If you’re in a relationship currently, what are your thoughts on it? Are you an extrovert who is closer than ever, or is there a rift in communication? Your sleeping position may reveal more than just how you like to sleep, it could reveal insight to your personality and your relationship with your partner. 1,000 […]
10 Signs Your Child’s Snoring May Need Treatment
Ask Brandon: What’s It Like Being A Sleep Expert?
I’ve been a proud team member at Gallery Furniture for more than 13 years and I couldn’t dream of better fit for me! I am truly a sponge when it comes to all thing sleep so, thanks for allowing me to share about myself this week! Q: What does an average day for you consist […]
Study: Why More Sleep is Important When You’re Sick
According to new studies in fruit flies, you can be sure that sleep is critical to both preventing and healing your body from illness. Researchers from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania conducted two new studies; both of which are published in the journal SLEEP. The first study was able to show that […]
Treatments For Insomnia Aren’t Made Equal
How A Lack Of Sleep Can Hurt Your Career
When you wake up in the morning, do you think about how your night’s rest is going to affect your work day? Research has more than reiterated that sleep is an important tool for our productivity, creativity and innovation. However, according to the CDC, nearly a third of Americans are sleep deprived and sleeping less […]
Sleep Apnea Risk Linked With a Large Neck Size in Boys
A new screening tool has been developed to help doctors diagnose obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in children. A large neck size is already considered a risk factor for OSA in adults, and a new study suggests that it could also apply to children as well. At the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario, clinical investigators found […]
The Guide To High-Quality Vacation Sleep Every Night
Are you still dreaming about the sleep you got on your last vacation? Now you can make that dream a reality each and every night, boosting your productivity, health, and happiness. Aim to get 7-9 hours of high-quality of sleep every night while pretending your bedroom is located away from stress, work, and worries with […]
Sleep Deprived? Things You Should Avoid Today
A lack of sleep is commonly known to cause fatigue, forgetfulness and a bad mood. However, that’s just the start of how bad your day can get, all thanks to sleep loss. Sleep deprivation puts you on the path of missteps, possibly leading to bad decisions and potentially dangerous situations. To keep you from turning […]