Getting a good night’s sleep is essential for our overall health and well-being. However, sleep disorders such as insomnia are common, leading many of us to struggle falling asleep or staying asleep....
Sleep Disorder
Sleep Disorders: Genetic and External Factors to Getting Good Sleep
Fifty to 70 million adults in the United States are losing some serious shut-eye because of sleep disorders, which is a common issue that affects an abundance of people worldwide. In fact, the Centers...
Health Risks
The Relationship Between Mental Health and Sleep
There’s an undeniable, inextricable link between our quality of sleep and mental health. When we get plenty of z’s, we awake ready to face the day at our best cognitive potential, with positivity,...
Sleep
The Science Behind Weighted Blankets
Weighted blankets have become increasingly popular among people living with anxiety and sleep disorders. These blankets are designed much like down comforters except that they include plastic pellets to...
Blog
How Holiday Stress Impacts Your Sleep
There’s no time like the holiday season. Families and friends can spend intentional time re-connecting, watching football and enjoying delicious food. This is an opportunity to treat yourself and to...
Blog
That Nightcap Is Disrupting Your Sleep. Here’s What to Drink at Bedtime Instead.
It’s easy to forget that a good night’s sleep is an essential component of good health. We are busy all the time and try to get as much out of our days as possible. Adults between 18 and 60 years old...
Blog
Allergies, Colds and a Good Night’s Sleep
Up to 40 percent of Americans experience allergic rhinitis (allergies) every year. If you’re getting ready for fall allergy season, this likely doesn’t surprise you. Common symptoms include sneezing,...
CPAP Machine
Steps for Better Sleep When Traveling with a CPAP Machine
Setting an itinerary for a vacation is exciting. Packing and trying to figure out how to travel with a CPAP machine is less exciting. Whether you are going on a road trip or flying for business, traveling...
Sleep Disorder
The Truth About Sleeping Positions and Sleep Apnea
Getting a good night’s sleep is an invaluable – and often overlooked – part of everyday life. For persons with sleep apnea, that is especially true. About 12% of US adults have sleep apnea, according...
Caffeine
The Secret Tricks for Quitting Caffeine
Caffeine is an essential part of daily life for many people around the world. It has been consumed for thousands of years and legend has it that Chinese Emperor Sheng Nung first discovered tea in 2437...
