There is a lot to be learned about sleep, with new studies frequently being published in peer-reviewed journals. Recently, researchers have found that certain changes take place inside our brains during sleep, but are still figuring out what it all means. Information on dreams is mostly theory-based and progress has been slow but, here’s what […]
Sleep has been proven by numerous studies to affect our overall health in various ways. Our natural 24-hour circadian rhythm, or organic body clock, is a huge piece of the sleep puzzle. People who have inconsistent work schedules or experience jet lag often, don’t feel their best because of their body clock being out of […]
It is believed that the study of sleep has existed since the beginning of time. Researchers find it difficult to pinpoint any particular person, date or event that began sleep research. There are very few, if any, medical specialties that do not intersect with the study of sleep. It is a multidisciplinary science. Here are some […]
Finding the right mattress or adjusting your current mattress can produce a higher quality of sleep, leading to a better you! I hope that last night you slept the recommended 7-9 hours by the National Sleep Foundation. I did, and I am more than ready to get into more of your submitted questions! Q: I […]
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rBB2m3scE0E While two-thirds of Americans admit that they don’t get enough sleep, a tiny fraction of people are thriving without it. These super sleepers can naturally function at a high level on less than 6 hours of sleep, while the rest of us don’t resemble our normal selves without 7-9 hours. Many people claim to […]
Making the commitment to sleep 7-9 hours every night can be a significant boost to your overall health and well-being. Studies have shown sleep deprivation is a sure way to pack on unwanted pounds, leading people to consume at least 500 calories more than people who have had sufficient sleep. Eating more healthy foods can […]
The mystery of dreams is one that may never be solved as dreams are unique to an individual dreamer, yet they are a universal language. People may report having similar dreams, but the meanings behind them can be completely different depending on backgrounds and culture. However, there are common symbols and images in dreams that […]
Despite many past experiments that tried to prove that chronic sleep loss was safe, sleep deprivation can pose serious risks to your life. American record holder Randy Gardner, intentionally went without sleep for 264.5 hours, or 11 days and 24 minutes, in which he suffered hallucinations, moodiness, paranoia, and many other psychological effects. Though you […]
It’s more than fair to say that most of us have a hard time keeping our hands off our digital devices. Emails and texts need to be responded to, movies need to be watched and photos need to be added to our Instagram. Our obsession with all things social media can easily diminish our relationship […]
