WAKE UP!! There has to be an easier way.
Five more minutes. We normally think about this phrase from a teenager with little sleep avoiding a day of school and a trip on the bus with all their other tired peers. But we all want five more minutes to sleep in. My snooze sees multiple swipes on the phone for five more minutes of […]
Drink to a Better Sleep
We think about sleep and associate mattresses, pillows, and blankets. The temperature of the room and essential oils help the ambiance as well. But sometimes it is what we eat or drink that can be the right ingredients to quality sleep. Yes, water is the best drink for the body; however, right before bedtime stimulates […]
Surprising Ways Your Hydration Level Affects Your Sleep
When you’re asleep, everything stops working around you till you wake up, isn’t that what you think? Safe to say that when you sleep, your brain begins its own work. Yes! You heard that right. All the information you get during the day, your brain processes and stores it during sleep. During sleep, your body […]
Seasonal Change May Trigger Sleep Problems
The leaves are turning yellow, the sun is setting earlier and Autumn is right around the corner. It’s imperceptible at first, but before you know it, you’ll really start to notice that it’sgetting dark earlier and earlier in the evening. Golden autumn afternoons, fall foliage and cooler temperatures are a welcome change for most people […]
Sleep Deprivation and Its Affect on Your Waistline
Sleeping in late on the weekend sounds delicious, right? However, as with many delicious things, there may be a cost to your health and waistline. Catching up on sleep on the weekend can almost feel like the norm these days. With increasingly full schedules and competing demands, sleep is often sacrificed during the busy workweek. […]
Pick A Mattress To Ensure A Deep Sleep Every Night
Choosing the right mattress can be a true lifesaver when it comes to getting a restful and deep night’s sleep. The problem is that with so many different options available, it can make you feel like you are going crazy! Luckily, we are going to cover the pros and cons of each of the different […]
Sleep and Weight
It’s amazing how sleep can affect our weight. There are whole books written on the subject. A very useful, informative one is Sleep Away the Pounds by Cherie Calbom with John Calbom. A lot of the information in this lesson comes from their book. Our Sleep Affects the Hormones This is where the whole hormone scene comes […]
Can Sleep Lead to Wightloss?
According to a new study, sleeping more may aid in weight loss. Scientists have recently investigated the potential role of sleep education in weight loss programs. Their results, which appear in the journal JAMA Network, lay the groundwork for further research to see if the findings are generalizable and hold true over longer periods. Obesity According […]
The Important Link Between Sleep Quality and Weight Fluctuations
Sleep is incredibly important for nearly every aspect of your health, and your weight is no exception. Research suggests that when you are sleep-deprived, you’re a lot more likely to pack on extra pounds. Your body needs sleep in order to maintain optimal cellular function, support sustained energy levels throughout the day and maintain a […]
Is a Weighted Blanket for You?
Do you want to get better sleep? If so, you’ve probably read everything there is to know about getting a good night’s rest. Avoid blue light when it’s time to go to bed. Go see a doctor if you have sleep apnea or another sleep disorder. If you’ve tried everything, go see a therapist. However, […]
