Getting enough sleep is just as important your diet and physical activity, especially for our brains. Scientist haven’t quite been able to figure out exactly why we need sleep, but there are important functions and purposes that have been discovered. We know that during sleep our brains are hard at work preparing us for the […]
Doing some research on mattresses before you make a selection is great way to make sure you are getting one that will meet your needs. Take your time, ask questions and remember to lie down for at least 20 minutes when testing a mattress in the store. Put your best foot forward when it comes […]
Take a moment to think about how you’ve been sleeping lately. Where does high-quality sleep fall on your list of priorities? Putting sleep first is a great way to improve your overall quality of life, inspiring creativity, happiness, productivity and boost your health. It can be hard to consistently tuck in for 7-9 hours each […]
The dangers of not having your sleep apnea treated should not be taken lightly, including risks of health conditions, brain damage and an earlier death. However, there is great news for people who are worried about the damage already caused by the sleep disorder. A new study is the first to show that the white […]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RnTzY2cxQio One trucker has taken to YouTube to expose the pressure put on drivers to deliver loads on time, regardless of the risks of drowsy driving. Last month, ABC News sat down with 28-year-old Abe Attallah from Detroit, Michigan on their television show 20/20. Attallah found himself struggling to stay awake behind the wheel while […]
What you eat for dinner can have an effect on your sleep, especially where rice and noodles are concerned. Researchers have figured out that piling up on rice at dinner can lead you to deep, refreshing sleep, while choice pasta and noodles can hold you back from stack up on snooze. The Daily Mail filled […]
How are we sleeping in America these days? The numbers tell us that just about all of our residents in U.S. major cities are clocking less than the recommended 7-9 hours of snooze each night. Jawbone collected data from more than 10,000 people in more than 40 cities around the world using their Jawbone Up […]
There is nothing that you can do to prevent your body from needing sleep. After long days, you need to give yourself time to rejuvenate and load up for the next day. Think about how your day goes when you’ve slept poorly, compared to when you’ve slept without a care in the world. Sleep definitely makes […]
Caffeine can easily be named America’s favorite drug, but its negative effects on sleep are often overlooked by many. This commonly used stimulant is everywhere, including coffee, soda, energy drinks, green tea, chocolate and even some over-the-counter medications. Recently, NBC News reported that adults in the U.S. are only sleeping on average 6 hours and […]
Unfortunately, working a typical 9 to 5 schedule isn’t an option for everyone. Shift work, which is defined as clocking in during evening, overnight or rotating hours, places many employees in danger of developing serious health issues. Check out what The Huffington Post wants you to know about negative effects of shift work: 1. It […]
