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- Easiest Way to Sleeping Guide - A Sleepy Time Secrets Review - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2011 from Philipe ReviewDuring the newbie, navigating baby's sleep needs could be downright overwhelming, particularly if you're passing up on those all important ZZZs yourself. This sleep guide to the very first year will give you the peace of mind you need and can help your child sleep, well, like a baby. If your ...
Views: 1188(2 votes) - Problems Sleeping Due To Stress and Worry - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2011 from Adam BenedettoWhen you wake up in the morning do you feel rested, awake, and ready to start the day or are you like most people, plagued with restless nights and fitful sleep? Sleep patterns have a lot to do with stress in our lives. What we live through and are worried about will often carry over into our ...
Views: 1188(1 vote) - Your Bedroom - A 'Sleep Cave' - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2012 from Dr. Catherine DarleyRemember the ‘Man Cave’ which was popular a few years back? Well, think of creating a ‘cave’ at home to sleep in, because the ideal sleep environment is indeed cave-like. Below is a check-list to work through as you design the perfect sleep environment. To make a perfect ‘Sleep Cave’: 1. ...
Views: 1188(1 vote) - 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: 1187 - 10 Tips for Better Sleep - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2009 from Jesse CannoneGetting a full night's sleep is as important to good health as maintaining a proper diet and getting enough exercise. Yet a third of Americans get less than 6 ½ hours of sleep each night - much less the recommended 7-8 hours. Lack of sleep is associated with an inflammation causing increase ...
Views: 1186(3 votes) - How to Improve Your Ability to Sleep with Anxiety - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2012 from Ryan RiveraRecently there was an article published in the Journal of Made Up Statistics that stated that as many as 104% of all people experience sleep issues. When I was experiencing my worst anxiety issues, going to sleep was like my second worst enemy after Carl, my neighbor. Every time I would lay down ...
Views: 1186(1 vote) - Your Bed May Be The Culprit For What Ails You - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2010 from Candace CzarnyFeng Shui can be used in any part of your home or working space, but focusing on rooms that you frequent is a good place to begin. As you will spend much of your life in your bedroom, this is where many people feel comfortable making changes first. The bedroom is not only the location in which ...
Views: 1184(4 votes) - 9 Ways to Get Your Best Sleep Ever - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2016 from Janet MillerRestful sleep is the all-important magic pill we all need. After years of sleeplessness, I finally decided to try to figure this out. Here are the 9 most important tips I learned. Try Sleeping Naked I don't know about you, but this did wonders for me. Sleeping naked helped me feel much more ...
Views: 1183 - Causes of Sleep Apnea and Snoring Problems - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2009 from Richard BransonSnoring is a loud noise that is created due to the vibration of the soft palate. It happens as the air passages gets obstructed during sleep and causes snoring. Snoring may be unpleasant for your partner but it is not a harmful condition. However, with the case of sleep apnea, there is complete ...
Views: 1183 - Top Ten Sleep Snatchers - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2011 from joan BoccafolaThere are many lists out now providing tips for sleep and things to avoid if you want a good night sleep. Most lists leave out fear of sleep. This is primary. Once you've had chronic insomnia fear accompanies you every night. You're afraid you won't sleep - again. There's a deeper fear that may ...
Views: 1178(1 vote) - Function of Tryptophan in Sleep - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2013 from Valerie MayThis group of amino acids appears generally in a large number of foods, consisting of lean meats, fresh fish, poultry, eggs, milk products, various nuts, soy-beans, and various high-protein food stuffs, producing the sedative attributes of huge portion meals. Based on researcher, the used of ...
Views: 1176 - Anti Snoring Devices - Reduce Sleeping Disorders - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2009 from Richard BransonSnoring is a kind of annoying sound caused by the vibration of the soft palate during sleep. It may just be a simple sound for many but in fact, snoring has caused major illness such as heart attack and kidney problems. The simplest solution to quit snoring and reduce sleeping disorders is anti ...
Views: 1174 - 5 easy tips to fight insomnia - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2017 from Jems ForttHaving a sound sleep in today’s ever awake era is a distant dream! The present generations have created the world today that never sleeps either due to an uninterrupted internet access or stress due to increased workload. Most of us have ended up disrupting the natural sleep-wake cycle ...
Views: 1172(1 vote) - 7 Ways to Speed Up Aging - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2011 from Steven ParkNot getting enough sleep can definitely cause more facial wrinkles, but here are 7 more ways to make sure that you get even more wrinkles, have more aches and pains, feel old, or even die sooner. 1. Eat or snack close to bedtime. Going to bed on a full stomach may help you fall asleep ...
Views: 1172 - Sleeping well is key to managing your weight - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2009 from Tova GreenbergOur body is our own personal drug store, regulated by many internal systems to give us what we need over the course of the day, in order to function as it should and help us fight off threats to our health. Being in good physical shape, and maintaining the proper weight are the two best ways to ...
Views: 1172(3 votes) - Got Insomnia? Hypnosis To The Rescue! - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2011 from Laurie MillerThere are an array of sleep problems people suffer from, including issues with falling asleep, waking in the middle of the night (sometimes 2 or 3 times), sleeping too lightly and the inability to go back to sleep. Each problem can have serious consequences to one's health. The result of poor ...
Views: 1158 - Snoring Problems: How to Find Quick Solutions? - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2011 from Douglas KidderThe concept of having a ‘snoratorium’at home seems to be the most convenient way to solve snoring problems for the Hollywood rich and famous. Such private chambers are designed to be used exclusively by habitual snorers who can use them to snore as much as they want, without disturbing the ...
Views: 1157(1 vote) - Sleep Better and Live Longer - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2010 from David OromanerIt turns out that getting the proper amount of sleep each night is perhaps the number one thing we can do to live longer and healthier lives. More studies showing the consequences to lack of sleep continue to appear. And it is also looking like sleep depravation can not be made up at a future ...
Views: 1149 - Our Wired Way of Winding Down - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2011 from joan BoccafolaEverybody has a cell phone in Manhattan. You walk down the street and probably 50% of the people have a phone in their hand. They touch it, thumb it, listen to it, play with it. Do they take it to bed? Well yes, it turns out that they do. Pew Research Center study shows 65% of adults in the ...
Views: 1145 - The Time Before Sleep Is Very Special - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2007 from George LockettThis is a time where you can reflect on what has happened in the day; and, if you are relaxed and at peace, you may notice thoughts coming into your head about what it is you would like to do tomorrow. If you have good visual powers of communication you may be able to watch your activity for ...
Views: 1145 - Sleep Studies Do More Then Listen to Snores - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2009 from Amy Korn-ReavisMany people go to the doctor because they have something they want fixed. They expect that a pill will do the trick. What they do not think about is what caused the problem in the first place. It is this search for the reason for problems that send many to the sleep lab for a study. The ...
Views: 1144 - Benefits And Risks Of Sleeping With Your Dog - by Submitted on May 22, 2019 from Colossal SleepThere are different ways to improve your sleep: yoga, herbal teas, meditation, reading, exercise and so on. But apart from these common ways to improve our sleep quality, scientists have started researching how do dogs benefit us when we let them sleep beside us. Contrary to the belief that ...
Views: 1139(2 votes) - Transforming Sleep Worry into Sleep Rest - by Submitted on May 17, 2011 from joan BoccafolaShall we get to the real secret of sleep? The things conventional medicine doesn’t talk about. Lets face it, insomnia is big business for doctors, therapists, pharmaceutical companies, manufacturers of over-the-counter pills and supplements, etc. There is pressure to sleep. We’re told that if we ...
Views: 1139 - 3, 2, 1, Sleep - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2009 from Amy Korn-ReavisIn our overactive culture has us running and going and doing everyday. Then at the end of the day when we just can not do anymore we go to bed. We sort of tumble into our room and lie down and expect sleep to take us over. Or we do fall asleep right away but we then we wake up two hours later ...
Views: 1137 - What Is the Best Stop Snoring Device for You? - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2011 from Jonathan EdwardsSnoring is due to the blockage of the air passages. For you to be able to find the right stop snoring device that can help you with your snoring problem, you should first determine the cause of your snoring and the blockage of your air passages. You should know that most anti-snoring devices ...
Views: 1136 - Don’t Let Daylight Savings Time Rob You of Sleep - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2011 from Amy Korn-ReavisSpring is a time for rain, plants, and the happiness of longer days. It is also the time of year where we spring the clock ahead one hour; thereby changing the time we get up and go to bed. Although the clock on the nightstand may say it is an hour later, our bodies do not change quite so ...
Views: 1135 - Being Your Best Healthcare Advocate, Part 1 - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2009 from Amy Korn-ReavisThere are many changes going through the healthcare industry. Regulations are getting tighter. Insurances have bigger deductibles and have more exclusionary clauses then a legal genius can figure out. There are in network and out of network providers. There are different deductibles. There ...
Views: 1130 - Various Reasons for Snoring - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2009 from Richard BransonSnoring may happen involuntarily but it can cause a lot of problem to the ones sharing room with the snorer. In some cases, it has even lead to divorce. There are many reasons for snoring. Snoring is caused by having too much nasal or throat tissues which are likely to vibrate when the air ...
Views: 1129 - Sleep problems? Why napping is good for your health - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2015 from Victor MarchioneDoes a poor night’s sleep have you feeling sleepy by midday? Or yawning your way through the morning? Here’s a good excuse to take a nap. New research has found that the negative health effects of a sleepless night may be remedied by just 40 winks. In a study involving 11 male participants ...
Views: 1128 - What is Insomnia? Causes and Treatment - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2019 from Hazel SansburyInsomnia is a sleep disorder in which a person is unable or find it hard to sleep or stay asleep. In this condition, a person may also suffer from various disorders and might also develop various type of disease. Millions of people are affected of Insomnia worldwide. Sometimes, these effects ...
Views: 1128 - You Deserve to Sleep - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2012 from Carolyn CooperWomen in America are tired. Between jobs, housework, children, husbands, errands, cooking, we’ve got a lot on our plates (not that we’re complaining, of course). We never seem to get caught up on our rest and sleep because there’s always so much to do. But what if you get plenty of sleep and ...
Views: 1128(1 vote) - Why Doesn’t My Coffee Wake Me Up? - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2020 from Logan Sanders...And Is It Possible To Wake W/O One? Coffee is one of the most popular beverages in the world. For many people, it’s one of the first things that they consume in the morning. However, over time it might start to lose its effects. In other cases, you might want to start to wake up more ...
Views: 1125 - How Does Hypothyroidism Cause Insomnia? - by Submitted on May 15, 2018 from Lewis CarrollInsomnia can be caused by a number of health complications, including hypothyroidism. Some lifestyle changes and medications can help fight the ailment efficiently. A human body is a complex structure, composed of a number of cells, tissues, bones, and muscles. Along with this, there are a ...
Views: 1120 - 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: 1119 - Major Life Changes That Can Trigger Sleep Apnea - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2011 from Steven ParkRecurrent sinus infections, throat pain, ear fullness and chronic cough are some of the most common conditions that I see every day. You may think that I typically diagnose and treat for routine bacterial infections in these situations, but in most cases, they’re not really infections at all. ...
Views: 1119 - What Will Help Me Sleep? Five Foods That Make You Sleepy - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2012 from Darlene NorrisIf you're having difficulty sleeping, your biggest question is, "What will help me sleep?" You may not know that there are quite a few foods that make you sleepy. Wouldn't it be great if one of the best home remedies for sleeplessness was sitting on your kitchen counter right now? The ...
Views: 1119(1 vote) - Ways Snoring Is Causing Problems for Your Job - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2017 from Cynthia WitsonIn order to function efficiently and effectively at your workplace it is vitally important to adopt a healthy and disciplined lifestyle which refreshes both your mind and body. A good physical health will also have a positive effect on the mental health of a person. Healthy mind and body require ...
Views: 1118 - Insomnia and Melatonin - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsWorking with a lot of clients who are struggling with trauma and histories of abuse, anxiety and insomnia are constant problems. Many people have been prescribed medications such as Ambien, Sereoquel or one of the other mood stabilizers for sleep. Many of these medications have been found to ...
Views: 1114(1 vote) - Is Home Sleep Testing for Me? - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2009 from Amy Korn-ReavisHome sleep testing has been very controversial over the last year. The idea of home sleep is can be threatening to a lab. This is not the case. I believe that this type of testing is perfect for those patients who refuse to come in to a sleep lab, a person who has no insurance or a large ...
Views: 1109 - Natural Herbal Sleep Aids - Facts That You Should Know Before Using Them - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2013 from Aiden SmithIf you are suffering with insomnia there are few things which you should know about natural herbal sleeping aids and also about general medicines popularly used for treating the problem. General medicines like sedatives and tranquilizers are made by using various salts and artificial substances, ...
Views: 1109(2 votes) - Natural Remedies for Insomnia - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2007 from Dawn RowlettNormally, when I go to bed, I'm asleep within 10 minutes of my head hitting the pillow, and I don't wake up until the sun is coming in my window. On the rare occasion that I lay there, eyes wide open, I realize what it's like for thousands of people, including a close friend, every night. ...
Views: 1109 - Eliminate Snoring With a Stop Snoring Pillow - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2011 from Jonathan EdwardsYou may not know it but your snoring problem can be due to your sleeping position. Take note that when you are sleeping on your back, there is a high possibility that you will be breathing through your mouth thus lead to snoring. According to various studies, almost 60% of snoring cases are due ...
Views: 1108 - 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: 1108(1 vote) - Cure Insomnia Naturally – Tips To Help Control Caffeine Consumption... - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2015 from Peter KirwanAll the foods and beverages that you eat and drink have a very definite effect on your health condition and will definitely play a major role in the frustratingly miserable problem of insomnia and the ability to cure insomnia naturally and permanently. The absolute ruler of the food products ...
Views: 1107(1 vote) - Getting Better Sleep By Encouraging The Production Of Melatonin - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2011 from Charlotte BirdMelatonin is a hormone formed from the neurotransmitter serotonin and secreted by the photosensitive pineal gland in the brain. Its a time keeper in the body, has a daily rhythm that peaks at night (regulating the circadian rhythm) and is even involved with the longer seasonal rhythms. The ...
Views: 1107 - 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: 1107 - This Common Vitamin May Remedy Sleep Disorders - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2018 from Taryn DeCiccoThis article was originally posted at http://www.apple-a-day-clinic.com/Health_and_Nutrition_Blog?m8:post=this-common-vitamin-may-remedy-sleep-disorders There are several thousand natural remedies for better sleep and one of the latest discoveries by scientists is pointing to a new cause ...
Views: 1107 - Snoring Remedies That Produce Excellent Results - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2011 from jeff rothWith a seemingly endless number of "latest and greatest" products and treatments designed to provide snoring remedies for those in desperate need of a cure, making the best decision about which option to choose can become a bit daunting. I decided to write this article to share some of the best ...
Views: 1105 - Change of Life, Change in Sleep - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2009 from Amy Korn-ReavisIts 2 am and you are still awake or you have worken up for the third time or even worse you have woken up because it feels like someone cranked the furnace all the way up. Your sleep will change as you are going through menopause, that is a fact. But you need to be aware of what is normal and ...
Views: 1099 - 5 Easy Stop Snoring Exercises - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2011 from Vernon CollinsSnoring is one of those problems, wherein the receivers (people around) suffer more that the doer (snorer) itself. Keeping it still on a lighter note, it is often said that like corruption, snoring is a global phenomenon. Snoring is such a common issue that some people accept it as a way of ...
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