4 Top Tips for Managing Insomnia
According to experts, most adults should strive for 7 to 9 hours of sleep every night. However, the truth is that many individuals don’t achieve it. In fact, several people occasionally have trouble falling or staying asleep, while others suffer from a sleep disorder that causes regular sleep disruptions. And as a result, individuals with good […]
Sleeping During Pregnancy: TOP 6 tips
Pregnancy can take a toll on your body. But while you need sleep during pregnancy, it’s not always easy. If you have a pregnancy test and it comes back positive, you may be wondering what to expect next. This is where the due date calendar comes into play. With some basic information about your last period and […]
Happy Prank Day! Hope You Slept Well in March…
April fools! Today we’re hitting the snooze button on serious and prepping you for this trick-filled holiday. The only catch is you’ll need to get a good night’s sleep to pull off some of these gags. Believe or not, April Fool’s started in France. Pope Gregory XIII, ordered a new calendar to begin January 1st but […]
Rules for Marathon Recovery
Alaska Sleep Clinic is honored to be featured in a blog article written by Champneys, the UK’s original health resort. Champneys reached out to ASC to find out how important sleep is to a marathon runner’s physical and mental recovery after an event. In Alaska, we have our Mountain Marathoners who can benefit from the […]
How Lack of Sleep Affects Us
According to research by the Edubirdie, older adults up to 65+ need 7-8 hours of quality sleep, and newborns up to 3 months old need 14-17 hours. That means having undistracted good night’s sleep is essential for your well-being. So, as you exercise and eat healthily, you should also get a good night’s sleep. Unfortunately, most people aren’t […]
Saying “Yes” to EVERYTHING!
Have you ever fell into a spot in life where you over-commit? It normally happens one day when you are trying to find time to unwind and you realize there are no spots on the calendar. Before you know it your schedules are overlapping your schedule and your family is in disarray. Whether you have […]
How to Sleep Better: A Simple Guide
Sleep Talking: Is it a sleep disorder in need of treatment?
Sleep talking, formally known as somniloquy, is a sleep disorder defined as talking during sleep without being aware of it. Sleep talking can involve complicated dialogues or monologues, complete gibberish or mumbling. The good news is that for most people it is a rare and short-lived occurrence. Anyone can experience sleep talking, but the condition is […]
What is a Sleep Study? A Complete Guide to Treating Sleep Disorders
If you are suffering from sleep troubles at night or experiencing troubles staying awake during the day, there is a good chance that you could have a sleep disorder. Sleep disorders are medical conditions that can affect people’s sleep patterns and habits. Many sleep disorders can also cause complications to your health and general well […]
What is a Sleep Study and How Does it Work?
A surprisingly large portion of Americans suffers from some sort of sleep-related disorder. According to the Cleveland Clinic, roughly 70 million Americans are sufferers. That adds up to about 21% of the entire population. Considering that the average person spends one-third of their life sleeping (or attempting to do so), better understanding what exactly is causing a problem […]
