How Sleep Deprivation Impacts Gait Control
According to studies, people experience some form of sleep disorder at some point in life. However, data suggests that 48% of older adults are at a higher risk of sleep deprivation. It also indicates that women are more likely to develop insomnia. Additionally, it has been proven that sleep deprivation can affect gait control, which is your walking […]
10 Facts Every Parent Needs to Know about Children’s Sleep
Without sleep, kids become cranky – and that’s no fun for anyone. Bad moods are just the tip of the iceberg, though. These facts about children’s sleep aren’t only interesting – they’re also meant to help you understand how kids sleep and make it easier for you to ensure that they get enough shut-eye to […]
Why Moms Wake Up Tired
Every new parent knows that a full night of uninterrupted, high-quality sleep is next to impossible, and now there’s video evidence. Melanie Darnell, fitness blogger and mother of three, posted a time-lapse video to Instagram that will make parents nod their heads in bleary agreement. The video, shot with a Nest camera equipped with night vision, shows Darnell […]
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. […]
Help with Sleep Debt
If you are not getting enough sleep, you need to manage your sleep debt. This lesson gives suggestions on how to do this. Your need may be a general need or you may want to know how to deal with a specific problem such as jet lag, shift work, waking up and not getting back […]
4 Ways to Get a Better Night’s Rest (and Fix Sleep Deprivation)
Getting a better night’s sleep is essential to feeling refreshed, having enough energy to get through the day and remaining in good spirits. When you or a family member is currently struggling with sleep problems, it can affect your whole life. Fixing the cause of sleep deprivation is essential to move past the problem. Here […]
Sleep Cycles
There are several cycles that have to do with sleep. The most easily recognizable one is our overall pattern of sleep and wakefulness. When we wake in the morning, we begin to build sleep ‘debt’. This accumulates during the day, making us tired and wanting to go to bed at night. During the night’s sleep, […]
What is Light Therapy and How Does It Work?
Therapy comes in all forms and is used to treat a variety of medical illnesses and ailments, as well as mental health conditions. Not everyone responds the same way to therapy, which is why it’s important to keep an open mind and try a few alternatives. One such alternative is light therapy. This process is […]
Natural Products to Try to Fall Asleep Faster
Many factors can interfere with a good night’s sleep – from stress and family responsibilities to work and social commitments. We all have trouble sleeping sometimes, but when we’re sleep-deprived day after day, it can become a real problem. Sleeping well affects our mental and physical health and helps us function during the day. Poor […]
3 Tips To Combat Sleep Anxiety
When you lay down to rest at night, the last thing you want to deal with is sleep anxiety. Sleep anxiety can leave you restless and unable to sleep, making the next day exhausting and stressful. While sleep anxiety might feel unavoidable, there are many different things you can do to minimize nighttime stress. Holistic […]
