In today’s fast-paced society, sleep continues to be the last thing on our priority lists. We may focus on eating better or being more active, but high-quality snooze just doesn’t seem that beneficial. But, that’s where we are wrong! For inspiration to climb into bed early tonight check out what sleep does for you as […]
Obesity has been in the headlines more often in recent years as the epidemic is also affecting our youth. Published in The Journal of Pediatrics, research suggests that both sleep-related breathing problems and a lack sleep each doubles the risk of a child becoming obese by the age of 15. While numerous studies have already […]
Have anything on your mind about sleep, mattresses or bedding? I am here to answer everything you’ve wanted to know. Sharing my experiences and knowledge on all things sleep-related is a real passion! Leave your questions in the comments section below or send an email to AskBrandonJackson@gmail.com to learn more about how to achieve high-quality […]
A study conducted on members of the Stanford basketball team shows that increasing your sleep longevity can actually help you perform better than ever. The study monitored the subjects for 2-4 weeks maintaining their regular sleeping habits, and then the subjects spent 5-7 weeks where they were encouraged to get a minimum of 10 hours […]
Welcome back to our Q&A session this week about all things sleep! I hope I’ve gotten to your questions this week. Keep striving to sleep better, and thank you for allowing me to be of assistance. Check out these great questions regarding sleep routines: Q: Is the snooze button actually worth pressing? Would it be more […]
How long did you sleep last night, and how did you feel upon waking up? According to a new study published by the American Heart Association, consistently practicing poor sleep habits could increase your risk for early signs of heart disease, compared to those who report getting the proper amount of good quality snooze. Led […]
The connection between poor sleep and getting sick isn’t just a myth. New research led by the University of California-San Francisco found that getting 6 hours of sleep or less each night is associated with being four times more likely to catch a cold when exposed to the virus, compared to sleeping more than 7 […]
According to new research reported by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, sleep could play a huge role in patients beating cancer. The results of lead study author Amanda Phipps of the University of Washington and the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center were presented at SLEEP 2015 on Wednesday, which suggests that frequent snoring and […]
Does electricity and artificial light hold us all back from getting more quality sleep? Researchers from the University of Washington believe so, and they’ve got new research to back it up! Published online in the Journal of Biological Rhythms, the study compared the days of traditional hunter-gatherer living conditions to our modern environment, revealing that […]
