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- Treating Insomnia - How To Use Positive Thoughts To Overcome Insomnia - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2008 from Mark AmentAre you interested in learning how to relieve insomnia naturally, without using prescription medicines? Read this article to discover one strategy that can really help. If you struggle to fall asleep or to sleep through the night, it may be time to change your thinking. Negative thoughts ...
Views: 4153 - Insomnia Solution - How To Use Music To Overcome Insomnia - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2008 from Mark AmentWould you like to fall asleep faster and sleep deeper without using medicines or herbs? Read this article to learn one easy way to do it that really gets results. One of the most promising natural remedies for insomnia turns out to be one of the simplest and most enjoyable. It's called music ...
Views: 1331 - Insomnia Medication - How To Overcome Your Dependency On Sleeping Pills To Relieve Insomnia - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2008 from Mark AmentIf you are ready to quit using medication to fall asleep, here’s an easy step-by-step guide for you. One recommendation before we start – it’s best not to start reducing your medication if your life is exceptionally hectic or stressful at the moment. Wait until things calm ...
Views: 1347 - Insomnia Medication - 6 Reasons Why Sleeping Pills Never Really Work To Treat Insomnia - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2008 from Mark AmentIf you have trouble falling asleep and/or sleeping through the night, you may pay a visit to your doctor to find out what is going on. Most likely your doctor is going to recommend one thing and one thing only: sleeping pills. And soon you'll find yourself walking into a pharmacy with a ...
Views: 1316 - Causes of Insomnia - Understand The 6 Major Causes of Insomnia and You Can Get A Better Night's Sleep - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2008 from Mark AmentOccasional insomnia affects millions and millions of people every years. Out of this group, some people will develop a chronic insomnia that leads them to search for professional help. The most common treatment for insomnia are the sleeping pills prescribed by doctors. But even doctors ...
Views: 1010 - Insomnia, Lullabies And Brain Waves - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2008 from Patrice CosierA recent study supervised by Dr. Katuro Endo, a neurologist and one of Japan’s most celebrated “sleep doctors,” has found that music, specifically lullabies, can cure insomnia. He set out to prove the power of music by inducing sleep in 1500 subjects. He chose music that he found effective for ...
Views: 1827 - Root Causes Of Insomnia - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2008 from Colleen LillyInsomnia refers to a persistent inability to fall asleep or stay asleep, despite a person’s best efforts. Any sleep disturbance that lasts over three weeks may be considered insomnia. Insomnia can have many root causes, and many solutions, too. It is estimated that 64 million people suffer ...
Views: 4533 - 4 Top Food Sources As Your Natural Sleep Aid - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2008 from Isabel TaySometimes we don’t really need to look far for a natural sleep aid. Most times we should at least get our diet right before we try sleeping medications or herbal sleep aids. Do you have all the top 4 food sources in your diet as your natural sleep aid? They are: 1. Tryptophan rich ...
Views: 4680 - Melatonin Side Effects: The Good And The Bad - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2008 from Isabel TayYou are right in checking out melatonin’s side effects. You want to try this popular natural sleep aid or have started on it for a while that you want to know if you are experiencing some melatonin side effects. Melatonin is undoubtedly one of the most popular over the counter sleep aids. ...
Views: 12591(2 votes) - 6 Natural Remedies For Insomnia - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2008 from Mark AmentDoes this scene sound familiar? You lie in bed trying to relax, yet you play the day's events over and over in your mind. You dwell on money problems. Kid problems. Marriage and relationship problems. You can't shut off your brain and get to sleep, no matter how hard you try ... and the ...
Views: 1161 - Sleeping Medications: Latest Warnings On Their Labels - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2008 from Isabel TayYou would have been bombarded by television commercials and print ads about the wonders of the new sleeping medications. However, you wouldn't have been confronted with strong warnings either of their potential risks. Multiple adverse reports have emerged ever since the introduction of the ...
Views: 886 - A Guide To Sleeping Medication - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2008 from Isabel TayYou’ve heard of so many different sleeping medications, it gets confusing. You’re trying to make out what they are; which ones are safe and effective. You want to know your options and how to talk to your doctor intelligently or get one over the counter from the ...
Views: 1185 - Quality Tranquil Sleep is Vitally Important to Your Health - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2008 from Scott BarkerThere are many reasons your body needs tranquil sleep every night. These reasons include your diet, mind, mood swings, and more. When you don’t sleep your entire body suffers and it is important to take care of you even while you are lying in bed trying to get a good night’s ...
Views: 1226 - Yoga & Qigong To Improve Your Sleep - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2008 from Glenda SparlingOne in three spend hours tossing and turning when they are supposed to be sleeping. Are you one of them? The numbers are staggering of how many people experience some type of insomnia or sleep challenge at some point in their lives. And whether it is a short or long term disturbance, both ...
Views: 1828 - Improve Insomnia Naturally with Dietary Changes: A Chinese Medicine Approach - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2008 from Kay HutchinsonOften times the a root cause of insomnia is a liver energy imbalance which can be corrected with proper diet. Foods that balance the liver to promote deep sleep include: * Dark green leafy vegetables, particularly dandelion greens. * Burdock root and other deep root vegetables ...
Views: 1576(1 vote) - 20 Minute Plan adds Meditation in Your Personal Development, Reduces Stress and Improves Sleep - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2018 from Leon EdwardMeditation is a way of relaxing which can prevent and reduce stress, help you to sleep better, alleviate depression and give you a new and better perspective. We all should be self-aware and meditation is a natural way to develop yourself. The work which you put into mediating will pay off ...
Views: 2731(2 votes) - Why Yoga & Qigong Really Can Help Improve Your Sleep - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2008 from Glenda SparlingOne in three spend hours tossing and turning when they are supposed to be sleeping. Are you one of them? The numbers are staggering of how many people experience some type of insomnia or sleep challenge at some point in their lives. And whether it is a short or long term disturbance, both ...
Views: 1256 - Relieve Insomnia Naturally with Qi Gong - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2008 from Kay HutchinsonYou’re laying awake in bed at 3 am and cannot sleep. You’ve tried a wide variety of solutions from pharmaceutical sleep aids to dietary supplements such as melatonin, yet find yourself consistently awake in the early hours of the morning. In the Chinese medicine system, the pattern ...
Views: 1527(1 vote) - Sleep Deprivation Effects Should Not Be Ignored - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2008 from Tom HouserThe obvious cure for sleep deprivation effects is to sleep whenever you can. The only way you can reduce the effects are to get more sleep, regardless of the time of day as long as it does not interfere with your work. The point is, if naps help you get the rest you need then schedule them when ...
Views: 1024 - Bed Bug Itch - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2008 from Jess BaadMany homes are infested with these wingless insects that have been a cause for stress and insomnia to some people. Bed bugs suck blood from the skin and the resulting itch can last for several hours, other times it could last for several days. The scientific name of these bed bugs is Cimex ...
Views: 4905 - Simple Solutions For Sleepless Nights - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2008 from Philip TsangHabitual sleepless nights are a clear signal that something in your life needs to change. The question is, what? With so many possible causes, beating insomnia can sometimes seem confusing. Fortunately, it only seems that way. Let's simplify things. There are three basic ways to combat ...
Views: 3144 - Causes Of Sleepwalking And Its Treatment - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2008 from Sean M ClarkeIntroduction to sleepwalking Sleepwalking (also called somnambulism) is a parasomnia or sleep disorder where the sufferer engages in activities that are normally associated with wakefulness while he or she is asleep or in a sleep-like state. The sleepwalkers show a variety of behaviors, ...
Views: 4435 - Are These Causes Of Insomnia In Your Life? - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2008 from Philip TsangAlmost everyone has suffered from insomnia at some time in their lives. But whether or not insomnia is a problem depends on how often it happens. Not being able to sleep for one night or two is no big deal. But when you lie awake night after night, when your brain refuses to calm down and let ...
Views: 1250 - Looking For Sleep Help? It's Not At The Drugstore - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2008 from Philip TsangDo you feel tired every day and wired every night? That pretty much describes someone who needs sleep help. Insomnia can affect anyone. Almost everyone has trouble sleeping a few nights here and there. A surprising number of people struggle with insomnia all the time. Fortunately there are ...
Views: 1270 - How Well Did You Sleep Last Night? - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2008 from Kathryn WatsonIf you are reading this article chances are that you are all too familiar with the nightly ritual of tossing and turning. You have tried everything you can think of to get a restful night sleep without drugs. Night after night you find yourself in and endless loop of thoughts. The more you worry ...
Views: 1118 - Do OTC Sleep Aids Work? - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2008 from Isabel TayNeed something to get your sleep schedule back on track? Tried one OTC sleep aid that didn’t quite work? We all have different reasons for trying out those over the counter sleep aids. And because they’re not the “heavy duty” prescription sleeping pills, we wonder if ...
Views: 3074 - A Way To Help With Sleep Disorders - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2008 from Gary DickinsonInsomnia Because the circadian rhythm controls the sleep/wake cycle, circadian rhythm disorder often results in insomnia. If there is a pattern to the sleep disturbance, i.e., one consistently wakes up or falls asleep at the wrong time, or if he/she cannot get to sleep at certain times, it is ...
Views: 1200(2 votes) - Insomnia Treatments Without Side Effects: An Overview - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2008 from Isabel TayOn a daily basis, we are bombarded by commercials that tout the virtues of sleeping pills. We are constantly reassured that sleeping pills are getting better: Lunesta, Ambien and Sonata cause fewer side effects than their predecessors. But the fact remains that sleeping pills continue to have ...
Views: 796 - Hypnotherapy Helps With Insomnias And Sleep Disturbances Sending People Back To Sleep As Deeply As Babies! - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2008 from amreeta chapmanSleep deprivation seems to be a common issue with clients in Reading &Wokingham!! In the past two years that I have been practising Hypnotherapy at bliss centre, I have seen at least one client almost every fortnight with sleep problems. In the U.K. one in three people suffer from some kind of ...
Views: 1177 - 7 Insomnia Remedies - by Submitted on May 06, 2008 from Janice WeeCan't sleep? Does counting sheep even help? Here are 7 remedies you could try to help you sleep. 1. Drink a cup of chamomile tea before you go to bed. Chamomile is soothing. It works on the nervous system and the digestive system. Hence, it is useful for colic, and for relieving stress and ...
Views: 1158 - Sleep Program - by Submitted on May 03, 2008 from Philip TsangIf you frequently suffer from sleepless nights then you maybe wondering if there is a drug-free sleep program. More than 40% of insomniacs medicate themselves to sleep with prescription or over-the-counter sleeping pills. Surveys suggest that most sufferers do not know how to tackle insomnia ...
Views: 1124 - The Causes Of Insomnia - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2008 from Philip TsangCauses of insomnia fall into three main categories: Psychological, Physical and Temporary. Allergies, asthma, heart disease and high blood pressure are common physical medical problems which can make it difficult to sleep. Women suffer from sleepless nights when they are menstruating as their ...
Views: 1081 - Essential Steps for Healthier Sleep - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2008 from Cindy FisherIt is common for sleep problems to exist where there is pain or stress. The good news is that there are lots of things you can do to get better sleep. Here are ten practical strategies for improving sleep. 1. Keep to a regular schedule. If you choose just one thing to do to help you sleep ...
Views: 1257 - Can You Cure Insomnia With Writing? Three Easy Steps To Better (And More) Sleep - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2008 from Elisabeth KuhnCan writing really help you sleep better? It sure can. It has been shown in several studies that writing, and journaling in particular, can have tremendously healing effects on emotional distress. And I can tell you from personal experience that yes, it really works. Since quality sleep is ...
Views: 933 - Rest Well Tonight - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2008 from Robin KappySleep is a hot topic. Many people are having trouble falling and staying asleep through the night. Researchers are probing the functions of sleep. Pharmaceutical companies are offering more and more medicinal recommendations for insomnia, often more problematic than helpful. Pills, while ...
Views: 1747 - Sleep Disorders - Types Of Sleep Disorders - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2008 from Peter HutchSleep disorders are a highly common medical issue that affects millions of Americans each year. While some people suffer from mild sleeping problems, such as the occasional nightmare, others have extremely severe sleep disorders that can negatively affect their health if left untreated. Getting ...
Views: 996 - Guidelines To Stop Snoring - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2008 from Peter HutchOne of the reasons for snoring is the bad shape of your muscles around the palate. If you tone your body it will also have an effect on that muscle group, which might stop snoring for you! Sleep regularly – Sleeping for few hours each night can cause snoring. Why? Unbalanced sleeping ...
Views: 1041 - How To Find Real Insomnia Cures - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2008 from Philip TsangAre you struggling with insomnia? Insomnia simply means you have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep. Sleep surveys tell us over and over again that almost everyone has trouble with insomnia sometimes. A surprising number of people struggle with chronic insomnia. It seems like a cruel ...
Views: 1157 - Buying Foreclosure Homes: Real Estate Savings For Everyone - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2008 from Philip SmithMaking a real estate purchase, especially if it's for the first time, can be intimidating. There's a lot to consider, including hiring agents, finding the right homes, and of course the sky high prices you'll find on most quality homes these days. However, there are ways to make the entire ...
Views: 840 - Sleep Deprivation Symptoms - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2008 from Tom HouserThese days, most people complain of not getting adequate sleep. On an average, people need 6 to 8 hours of complete rest but most people get less than 7 hours of sleep per night, many getting much less. One of the most obvious sleep deprivation symptoms is the inability to work effectively ...
Views: 2807(2 votes) - The Facts About Insomnia - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2008 from Tom HouserI hope that the facts about insomnia will help someone achieve a better night’s sleep. Just about everyone wants to wake up feeling rested, refreshed and ready to take on the new day. Unfortunately, many people do not get the rest they so desperately need and want. There are many resources ...
Views: 1031 - Sleep Apnea Machine - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2008 from Tom HouserWhat is a sleep apnea machine? A sleep apnea machine is a machine that allows sleep apnea sufferers to get a better night sleep. It is otherwise known as a continuous positive airway pressure device or CPAP. The CPAP device includes a mask, tubes and a fan. It works by using air pressure to ...
Views: 1012 - Bright Light Therapy Aids Sleeping Disorders In Alzheimer’s Disease - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2008 from Ellis ChenAlzheimer’s disease is a progressive disease of the brain that causes dementia, gradually destroying a person’s memory and ability to learn, reason, make judgements, communicate and carry out normal daily activities. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia, particularly in older ...
Views: 1136 - A Good Night’s Sleep - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2010 from Sandi Anders40 million people in the U.S. suffer from sleep problems every year, according to the FDA. The 2007 Sleep in America Poll found that two-thirds of women surveyed experienced a sleep problem at least a few nights a week during the last month. Stress is one of the major causes of sleep ...
Views: 1913 - Home Remedies For Insomnia - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2008 from Peter samsInsomnia is when a person cannot sleep properly, which results in daytime fatigue and poor performance caused by insufficient sleep. Insomnia can be Transient, where it lasts for few days, Short-term where it lasts for two or three weeks or Chronic where insomnia last for more than a month or ...
Views: 701 - Stress-Less Sleep: Mind-Body Medicine You Can Use Tonight - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2008 from Boon Kiat ChuaI just attended a seminar today on Stress-Less Sleep: Mind-Body Medicine You Can Use Tonight by Dr. Lim Kok Kwang. Basically the seminar is talking about how to get a good sleep in a natural manner and I thought it is good to share. However, I did not bring with me writing materials so I will do ...
Views: 1385 - Sleep Snoring - Symptoms, Causes And Treatment Tips - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2008 from Peter samsSnoring is a sound made when you breathe through your mouth and nose when you are asleep. It happens when air doesn't move smoothly through your air passages making tissue in your mouth, nose and throat vibrate as the air passes through. The flow of air can be blocked because of excess tissue in ...
Views: 709 - The causes of insomnia - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2008 from Philip TsangCauses of insomnia fall into three main categories: Psychological, Physical and Temporary. Allergies, asthma, heart disease and high blood pressure are common physical medical problems which can make it difficult to sleep. Women suffer from sleepless nights when they are menstruating as their ...
Views: 1250 - Insomnia Treatment And Causes: To Sleep Or Not To Sleep - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2008 from Dr John AnneAre you having difficulty getting your sleep during the night? Are you feeling tired but just can not go to sleep? Do you feel like you are already transforming into an own that is very nocturnal? You may be suffering from insomnia. What Is Insomnia? Insomnia is a sleeping disorder. Insomniacs ...
Views: 1022(1 vote) - When Is A Sleep Coach The Solution For Insomnia? - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2008 from Glenda SparlingLet’s begin by defining insomnia. Insomnia can be characterized by the inability to get to sleep, stay asleep, or both. Insomnia is poor quality and very unsatisfying sleep. It’s duration can be short lived or transient, meaning that it lasts for a few days or even up to a month or it can go ...
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