There are a lot of things that can affect your sleep. Stress, chronic pain, medications, and food can all affect your sleep quality. But did you know weather could also affect quantity and quality of your slumber? As fall weather brings a drop in temperature, you may find yourself getting deeper, more restful sleep. Throughout […]
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Is a sleep mask the right choice for me?
We’ve all had those nights: You climb into bed, but you can’t fall asleep because the street light outside is just a little too bright. Over the years, plenty of products have taken aim at eliminating the light affecting sleep. Sleep masks are one of these products. Before you invest in a sleep mask, you may […]
The Art of Mindfulness for Better Sleep
A frustrating night of insomnia always comes at the worse time. You may find yourself staring at the alarm clock, stressed and anxious about not being asleep, as well as the upcoming day. According to Shelby Freeman Harris, Psy. D at YouBeauty.com, learning the art of mindfulness can change the relationship you have with shut-eye–and you […]
7 Tricks You Must Try to Supercharge Your Sleep
Have you been groggy at work even though you’ve been sleeping 7-9 hours each night? It may be time to take a look at your sleep quality, which is just as important as how much snooze. To give your sleep quality a boost, try these 7 tips we found on Savvy Sugar for deeper, more […]
How to Sleep Better Using All Your Senses
By now you’ve probably heard numerous recommendations on what you can do to sleep better. Nonetheless, the experience of sleep is unique for each individual as we all have different needs. An easy place to start figuring on what is going to make each night your best is to break down sleep hygiene by senses. […]
Ask Brandon: What to Expect From a New Mattress
Making an investment in a mattress is an important decision, as we all deserve to get the best night of sleep every night. No question is too small when it comes to selecting the perfect mattress to meet all of your needs! How can a person determine whether a mattress is good for them without […]
What We Can Learn from Astronauts about Sleep
There is something to be learned about sleep everywhere, including from NASA’s astronauts. In space, their bodies have to go without the normal cues that we don’t seem to notice on a regular basis, which keeps the body on track and in-sync. In fact, TIME Magazine tells us that they are worse off when they […]
Mattress Mack’s Ten Tips for Better Sleep
Ask Brandon: What’s Wrong With My Sleep Cycle?
Thank you all for continuing to send in your questions about sleep! It is a huge passion of mine to share everything I know to help others reap the benefits of sleep. These questions were superb! Q: Hey, Brandon. Sometimes, I go without sleeping for two days – sometimes three – in a row. My wife […]
6 Ways to Improve Your Shut-Eye with a Chronic Illness
Getting high-quality sleep isn’t optional when it comes to improving your overall well-being. Nonetheless, it can be challenging to get the benefits of restorative sleep while battling a chronic illness. Practicing great sleep hygiene is a way to obtain sleep that’s refreshing, while decreasing your chances of being woken up during the night. Try these […]