People with sleep apnea are at a higher risk for serious health complications, making it critical to seek treatment as soon as possible. Published in this month’s issue of the journal Sleep, a new study is able to show that obese people with sleep apnea also have a significantly larger tongue with a higher percentage […]
According to an international study conducted by the National Sleep Foundation, 1 in 3 adults sleep in the nude, a habit which brings along big benefits. The Daily Mail took the time to ask sleep experts how and why ditching pajamas can boost your sleep, shrink your waistline, and decrease serious health risks. When it […]
The promise of the American dream is what keeps many of us going to work each day as we strive to take care of our families and make them proud. However, America’s dedication to work is definitely killing our snooze with long hours, stress and plenty of technology use. Based on a new GCC Insights […]
Sleepless nights of insomnia can really get the best of you. According to researchers at the University of Arizona and the Arizona Respiratory Center, persistent insomnia is linked to higher levels of inflammation in the body and a 58% increased risk of death. Published in The American Journal of Medicine, the UA study analyzed data […]
While infants spend a lot of their time napping, scientists know very little about how it supports their growth and development during their first year. But now, as the first study of its kind, new research from the University of Sheffield has revealed that those naps are critical to declarative memory consolidation, such as remembering […]
Conquering the battle of sleep can be a lot harder than it sounds. However, as with any battle, the more prepared you are, the better chance of your success. Try these sleep tips recommended by Glamour Magazine to set yourself up for a win tonight with 7-9 hours of high-quality shut-eye: 1. Turn on the […]
As sleep continues to get its much deserved time in the spotlight, you may began to hear terms you’ve never heard before. To help make learning about shut-eye an easier experience or just to sound cool, check out these 15 words and definitions provided by About.com to expand your sleep vocabulary: 1. Bruxism: The involuntary […]
Making sleep happen at the right time is a lot more difficult that it sounds. Many of us intend to be in bed by a certain time each night, but have trouble actually following through with this commitment. Even though research has proven that getting between 7 to 9 hours of sleep a night is […]
Sleep has an incredibly powerful role in keeping our circadian rhythms in check. This natural rhythm, or body clock, ensures that our body functions are happening at the right time throughout each 24-hour period, including our sleep-wake cycle, eating schedule, and metabolism processes. Scientists at the University of California-Irvine are currently studying the role of […]
According to a new study, almost 40% of firefighters are suffering from at least one sleep disorder. Published in the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine just last month, this new research led by Laura K. Barger, an associate physiologist in BWH’s Division of Sleep and Circadian Disorders, may explain why so the two leading causes […]
