Seasonal Affective Disorder and Sleep: Why Winter Can Wreck Your Sleep
Explore how proper sleep helps prevent the harmful effects of SAD.
New Year, New You
Explore ways to make AND keep your sleep goals in 2026.
From Couch to Bed: Why Insomnia Strikes the Moment You Lie Down
Sleeping on the couch can offer short-term comfort, but making it a habit can lead to poor sleep quality, back pain, and disjointed circadian rhythms.
How to Take Back Your Nights and Beat Chronic Insomnia
Sleep deprivation has severe societal and personal costs, making it one of the most pressing yet unaddressed public health challenges of our time.
The Sleepy Girl Mocktail: Does Magnesium Actually Work for Better Sleep?
With rising rates of insomnia and anxiety, it’s easy to see why people are turning to something that promises calm and restfulness.
Rest, Repair, and Resilience: Why Quality Sleep Matters for People with Down Syndrome
October is National Down Syndrome Awareness Month. Sleep is often one of the most misunderstood aspects for parents. We hope this blog provides needed answers.
Tired of Being Tired? How Better Sleep Fights ADHD Burnout
While ADHD is often associated with challenges in focus and impulse control, one area that gets overlooked is sleep.
The 3 a.m. Struggle: Understanding Why You Wake Up and How to Sleep Through the Night
What’s behind this mysterious 3 a.m. wake-up call?
The Connection Between Quality Sleep and Optimal Eye Health is Strong.
Just like any other hard-working part of your body, your eyes need a chance to recharge and repair.
Beyond Tired: How Bedtime Procrastination Steals Your Tomorrow’s Joy
While it might feel like harmless “me-time” in the moment, consistently pushing back your bedtime can have significant consequences for your sleep quality and overall well-being.
How Sleep Quality Affects Your Liver Health
When sleep is disrupted, particularly by conditions like sleep apnea, the liver can suffer.
What are the Benefits of CPAP Therapy for Parkinson’s Disease?
The connection between sleep apnea and Parkinson’s disease is an area of growing research interest.
Our Brains Need Quality Sleep to Stay Strong.
Emerging research reveals a compelling link between poor sleep and an increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease.
Fasting and Your Sleep
Explore the advantages of restricting food intake and how it impacts our sleep.
Linking Sleep to Arthritis
May s National Arthritis Month. Is your pain affecting how well you sleep?
Military Appreciation Month
Understanding the significance of this month is essential, not only for those with direct military connections but for all Americans who benefit from their service.
How Does Alcohol Affect Sleep?
Does alcohol enhance or restrict your sleep? Get answers in this blog.
Political Stress and Sleep
You’re not alone if you find yourself tossing and turning, unable to shut off the political chatter in your mind.
It’s Stress Awareness Month
April is Stress Awareness Month. How is stress affecting your sleep?
How Sleep Works Differently for Women
In recognition of Women’s History Month this March, we will unpack a few big milestones that affect a women’s sleep cycle.
National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
Fatigue is a long-term problem after a cancer diagnosis.
Using the 5 Food Groups for Better Sleep
The five groups provide essential nutrients your body needs to regulate sleep-related hormones.
Why We Snore
In this blog we talk the causes, symptoms, and treatments for snoring.
How Tinnitus Impacts Sleep
Poor sleep exacerbates tinnitus symptoms, negatively impacting physical and mental health.
The Sleep and Dental Health Connection
Let’s explore sleep and dental health and why prioritizing both is crucial for a healthy smile.
Sleeping Despite RA
Explore the connection between RA and sleep, as well as practical steps to help you rest better.
Get Great Sleep While Away from Home
Traveling can be exhilarating, but a change in surroundings often disrupts sleep. Whether you stay in an Airbnb, a cozy bed & breakfast, or a hotel, creating a sleep-conducive environment is crucial for your health and energy. Here’s how to pack wisely and craft your oasis, no matter where your travels take you.
Best Bedtime Routine for th Best YOU
Let’s tweak your bedtime rituals to get the best sleep and be the best you.
Sleep Apnea and Glaucoma Risk
January is Glaucoma Awareness Month. Did you know that sleep does affect your eye health?
How the Grounding Technique Improves Sleep
What is the Grounding Technique and how can it promote better sleep?
Cervical Cancer Survivors Suffer from Fatigue, Insomnia
Healthy sleep habits can reduce cancer risks and support recovery.
Simple Steps to Sound Sleep
Here are some number concepts that make it easy to establish a routine and try for a full night of quality zzz’s while counting sheep.
Viral Gen Z Sleep Trends
With Generation Z, trends on TikTok are shaping their choices in fashion, lifestyle, and even sleep habits.
How COPD is Affecting Your Sleep
We will explore how COPD impacts sleep and provide strategies to improve sleep quality.
The Dangers of Drowsy Driving
Today we will review how sleep plays a vital role in safe driving and the ways we can combat the dangers of drowsy driving.
These 5 Habits are Hurting Your Sleep
In this blog, we’ll highlight five common sleep mistakes and provide suggestions for better sleep.
Find Your Sleep Balance
The goal is to achieve quality sleep in just the right amount, but what does that look like?
Sleep and Motion Sickness
While many travelers focus on medications, for travel sickness, an often-overlooked remedy is sleep.
The New Trend of Sleep Tourism
Welcome to the world of sleep tourism, a growing trend that’s redefining how we think about rest and travel.
Vacation Mindset for Good Sleep
Follow these steps to make your pre-vacation period a time for both efficiency and rejuvenation, so you can enjoy your trip to the fullest.
November is National Diabetes Month
Explore the relationship between sleep and diabetes and highlight why prioritizing rest is crucial for better blood sugar control.
National Veterans and Military Families Month
Here’s a look at how to improve sleep quality for both PTSD sufferers and their families.
Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month
Focusing on quality sleep can provide a proactive approach to better brain health.
Don’t Let DST Mess-Up Your Sleep
In this blog, we’ll explore why sleep is crucial for well-being and share tips to help Alaskans adjust to the time change.
Keep Their Sleep Schedule on Track this Halloween.
You can ensure your kids enjoy Halloween without compromising their sleep.
Halloween Hangover
Here are three key areas to focus on to help your kids adjust to a weekday Halloween.
The Link Between Sleep and Cognitive Health
The connection between sleep and dementia is vital to understand, as it offers insights into preventing or delaying the onset of this condition.
Plant’s Sleep Health Benefits
Here’s how you can harness the power of plants to promote healthy sleep.
Sleep’s Role In Reducing Sudden Cardiac Arrest
October is a crucial time to highlight the importance of sleep for heart health.
Cucussions and Sleep
During sleep, your brain processes and restores the damage caused by the injury, making proper rest essential for full recovery.
Breat Cancer Awareness Month
Here’s how sleep can help prevent breast cancer and aid in the recovery process.
What You Sleep In Counts
Let’s dive into how to shop for pajamas that’ll keep you comfy and stylish, no matter what time of year it is.
Anti and Pro-Sleep Snacks
Foods to avoid for a restful night and what supports quality slumber, including tasty bedtime snack ideas.
Alternative Sleep Therapies
Here’s a rundown of some tried-and-true methods to help you snooze better.
What is Idiopathic Hypersomnia?
This condition, often misunderstood, is gaining attention as people become more aware of the need for not just quantity, but quality of sleep.
Is Election Season Stressing You Out?
During election season, emotions run high, leading to stress and anxiety. Sleep plays a crucial role in regulating emotions.
Suicide Prevention Week
Explore how sleep awareness intersects with suicide prevention efforts.
It’s Baby Safety Month
This blog will educate about how you can create a secure sleeping environment for your baby.
Getting Quality Sleep in Your Dorm Room
Here’s how you can build a sleep schedule that helps you thrive in college.
The Science Behind Color and Sleep
Which shades help you get better sleep?
How to Balance the Busyness
Bookmark this page to come back during YOUR busy season!
Adjusting Sleep Schedules Back to School-Ready
With a little preparation, you can ease your family into a new sleep routine that will help everyone start the school year off right.
Quality Sleep Throughout Life
Sleep is a crucial part of our daily lives, but our sleep needs and patterns change significantly as we age.
Get Your Back-2-School Sleep Schedule Ready
This school year, ensure your children are well-rested and ready to succeed.
Sound Sleep While on Vacation
Explore effective strategies for maintaining good sleep habits while traveling.
Quality Sleep + U = More Productive @ Work
Yes, good sleep leads to a much more productive worker. Science has proven it!
Noisy Nights Keeping You Awake?
Why we make noises while we sleep and to prevent disruptions.
The Dangerous Microsleep
Let’s delve into the phenomenon of microsleep, its causes, and ways to prevent it.
Dreams Across Ages
Which age group gets the best REM sleep and most dreams?
Sooth the Savage Beast… with Music at Bedtime
This blog will help you start your playlist and introduce the benefits of music serenading you to sleep.
Can Massage Lead to Better Rest?
Let’s dive into how a good massage can become your bedtime best friend.
Dealing with Night Sweats
Are night sweats keeping you up?
Perimenopause and Sleep
Understanding this phase can help manage its symptoms and improve your quality of life.
Too Hot to Sleep?
What exactly makes it so difficult to catch those coveted Z’s during a heatwave?
Narcolepsy
Here are some practical tips and approaches to help manage the condition effectively.
How Is Your Teen Sleeping?
Ensuring that teenagers get sufficient sleep is crucial for their overall health. What can you do as a parent?
Time Your Sleep the Right Way
Learn your circadian rhythm pattern to get the best quality sleep.
How Your Workout Can Compliment Your Sleep
New studies show a significant link between exercise and sleeping better at night.
Get Some Rest, Even on Your Long Flight
Learn how to avoid blood clots while flying and shift into restful sleep on the plane.
Save Your Marraige from a Sleep Divorce
Find a better way to get sleep at night than with a sleep divorce.
Men vs. Women: The Sleep Debate
Explore some of the key differences in sleep patterns and disorders between men and women.
Effects of Vaping on Sleep
Amidst vaping’s allure lies a lesser-known concern: the potential negative impact of it on sleep.
The Role of Sleep in NAFLD
Learn how chronic sleep issues can lead to poor liver health.
Is Stress Killing Your Sleep?
How can you get sound sleep when you feel overwhelmed with life?
Is Melatonin Safe?
What are the prolonged effects from Melatonin on your health?
We Are What We Eat…Even @ Night
What we eat may add to approximately 48 minutes of extra sleep a night.
Should You Sauna Before Bed?
How does heat help you sleep when so many like colder temperatures while they sleep?
Cold Punging to Better Sleep
We dive headfirst into the world of cold plunges – for the elusive pursuit of better sleep.
Sleepy Girl Mocktails
We’re talking about creative concoctions crafted to calm both the mind and body, offering a departure from the usual sleep aids.
The Dangers of Drowsy Driving
A new study uncovers how drowsy driving is far more deadly than previously thought.
Energy Drink Dangers for Teens
Teens love energy drinks; but their negative effects cannot be ignored.
The Sleep-Promoting Effects of Art
Numerous studies highlight the sleep-promoting effects of art. Learn more here.
Sleep Trends in America for 2024
Learn the latest sleep trends in the US for 2024.
Sleep Trends in America
How did Americans sleep in 2023?
MS and Sleep
If fatigue is a continuing problem between your MS attacks, this article Alaska Sleep Clinic can help.
Teen Screen Time and Insomnia
Your teen’s amount of screen time can lead to depression, anxiety and even insomnia.
Sleep Disturbance and Behavior in Kids
Unhealthy sleep patterns can lead to difficulties in school, friendships, and family life. Identifying the symptoms is an important first step.
Finding That Exercise-Sleep Balance
Exercise s great for your sleep quality and health; but over-training can have a negative impact. Where is the balance?
How Altering Your Diet Improves Your Sleep
Here is a great bedtime smoothie recipe to curb cravings and help you sleep better.
4-7-8 Breathing Technique for Better Sleep
In this blog, we show you how to use the popular 4-7-8 breathing technique for better sleep.
Shift Work and Sleep Deprivation
Managing sleep for night shift workers can become a whole family affair to help everyone maintain sleep quality.
Does Better Rest Come from Sleeping Alone?
Cameron Diaz touts it; but is sleeping along what will work best for you and your relationship?
How is Financial Stress Impacting Your Sleep?
Stress over money can affect every aspect in our lives negatively, including our sleep.
Are Later School Start Times the Answer for Your Teen?
School start times are also a big discussion, especially for Alaska teens.
How AI and Technology are Working to Improve Your Sleep.
We explore two groundbreaking advancements and their potential to reshape the way we identify and address sleep apnea.
2023 Sleep Year in Review
In 2023, many Americans turned to the internet, seeking answers to the perennial question, ‘Why am I tired all the time?’
Your Self-Care Should Include Better Sleep
Let’s dive into how self-compassion can be applied specifically poor sleep.
What Sleep Side-Effects Come with Cannabis Use?
Researchers propose cannabis might hold promise for those with obstructive sleep apnea; but are cautious. Why?
Sleep Trends for 2023
There is one important area people overlook when making their New Year’s resolutions: healthy, quality sleep.
Sleep Disturbances and Insomnia During Menopause
In this article, we’ll explore the symptoms of menopause, focusing on the prevalent issue of sleep disturbances and insomnia in postmenopausal women.
A Day in the Life of a Short-Sleeper.
The phenomenon of natural short sleeping has fascinated scientists. Turns out, it’s not a quirk; it’s written in their DNA.
Is Genetics Affecting Your Child’s Sleep?
Understanding the genetic component of children’s sleep habits opens up avenues for creating a nurturing and sleep-friendly atmosphere.
Useful Tools for Sleep Apnea
Care management and clear boundaries are vital to ensure effective sleep apnea treatment and improve patient outcomes.
Snoring and Brain Health
18 million Americans suffer from sleep apnea that can seriously affect their quality of sleep.
If you snore, sleep apnea may be the reason…
Generational Sleeping: Part 3
This three-part series looks closely at the different generations. Here is part 3: generation z and generation alpha.
Generational Sleeping: Part 2
This three-part series looks closely at the different generations. Here is Part 2: xennials and millennials.
Generational Sleeping – Part 1
This three-part series looks closely at the different generations. Here is part 1: baby boomers and Generation X.
What is RLS and How to Handle It
So how does one help prevent RLS or lower the cases? Today we will review the quality of sleep tied to your mattress, exercise, and hydration to help reduce instances and increase the quality of sleep.
Heart Health in Women
Women’s heart health is directly related to insomnia and sleep issues. Learn more in this article.
Sleep Schedules and Your Chronotype
As we pay closer attention to our sleep needs depending on the chronotype schedule we fall into, routines are easier to develop and maintain for yourself and your family.
Creating a Morning Routine
Your routine affects your sleep. What changes can you make to improve your life?
Sleep Physiology and IBD
How is IBD or IBS affecting your sleep?
Sleep Tourism
In the blog, we talk about the phenomenon of sleep tourism programs
How Do Evening Workouts Affect Your Sleep?
Does the time of day you workout impact how you sleep at night?
How Bruxism is Hurting Your Sleep
Bruxism, or grinding teeth, diminishes not only your quality of sleep but harms the enamel making your teeth vulnerable to tooth decay.
Sleep Technology: Digital Sleep Aids
In this article, learn about the latest in digital sleep-aid technology.
Snoring and Brain Health
With a higher chance of stroke, Alzheimer’s disease, or overall cognitive decline, obstructed breathing and intense, loud snoring is not wise to ignore.
Air Quality and Sleep
How does air quality affect your sleep?
Magnesium and Sleep
Is magnesium a good supplement to help your sleep improve?
Dealing with Sleepless Hot Nights
Learn some tips to help you sleep better on hot nights.
Rest, Recovery and Sleep: What Every Athlete Needs
The majority of your 7 nights of rest each week should be restful and quality-rich, especially for athletes.
DeClutter for Better Sleep
How decluttering your home will lead to a better night’s sleep.
Blue Light and Your Sleep
Is blue light good or bad for your quality sleep?
Does Race Play a Role in How Much We Sleep?
Does race affect how well someone sleeps?
Teenage Bedtimes
How can you help your teen get the sleep they need.
How Are Your Kid’s Snacks Affecting Their Sleep
The snacks your kids are having can affect their sleep quality.
Quality Sleep Leads to Less Illness
New studies have found a correlation between sleep quality and staying healthy.
Get Your Sleep Back on Track
27% of Americans have felt sleepy during the day while nearly 30% had trouble falling or staying asleep. What can we do?
How to Recover from Sleep Debt
There are ways to recover your lost sleep with a few simple actions.
Alaskans Love Our Coffee… and Need Our Sleep.
Can we love our coffee and still get the good sleep our bodies need?
Your Mindset’s Connection to Better Sleep
Everything in life starts with the right mindset… even getting great sleep.
How Does OSA Affect Your Teenager’s Brain?
A new study found obstructive sleep apnea in teenagers may have different-looking brains than other peers their age. What does this mean though?
Food Insecurity and Sleepless Nights
Children with food insecurity are suffering from sleepless nights, too. What you need to know.
Your Home Sleep Apnea Test
Learn more about at-home sleep apnea tests.
Quality Sleep for Coffee Drinkers
Can you be a coffee-lover and still get the sleep your body needs at night? Of course you can… with a little help.
PTSD and Sleepless Nights
Neuroscientists learned in a recent study the reasoning behind why PTSD patients relive fear memories in their sleep.
#MakeTime2Sleep
A new #MakeTime2Sleep campaign with the American Academy of Sleep Education (AASE) has created helpful tips and information relevant from infants to teens in making sleep a success for everyone.
Risks of Falling Asleep Behind-the-Wheel
Today’s blog shares the risks, signs, and best practices to help this population drive safely.
How Sleep Deprivation Affects Your Work
Does a four-day workweek make employees more efficient? Scientists have their opinions. What is yours?
Nightmares in Adults
Nightmares are not only a frequent occurrence in young children. For adults, 50-85% experience nightmares.
Mind After Midnight
A few areas of focus can help increase your chances of a full sleep cycle if avoided prior to bedtime.
