Proven Tips to Build Better Sleep Habits for Restful Nights
In a world where the pace never seems to slow down, a good night’s sleep can be elusive for many. The traditional remedy of counting sheep has long been associated with helping the mind reach a state of tranquility, but is there more to the story? This comprehensive article aims to debunk the myth of counting sheep and offer practical tips to help you fall asleep faster and achieve your...
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The Science of Napping and Power of Short Naps
In a world that celebrates the busy, always-on-the-go lifestyle, the idea of an adult taking a nap in the middle of the day might seem the opposite of being productive. However, the benefits of napping outweigh the lost time and can make you even more productive. It’s worth noting that many people suffer from sleep deprivation and sleep disorders that rob them of their nightly rest. Scientific studies are progressively...
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The European Style of Sleeping: Two Duvets vs. One Comforter
To Share or Not to Share? Are you tired of fighting over the covers with your significant other every night? Maybe it’s time to consider the European style of sleeping where you stop sharing the covers with your partner and you each get your own. The trend of couples using two separate duvets is believed to have originated in European countries like Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and other Scandinavian countries where...
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LOSS OF DRIVE – MORE THAN JUST A “LACK OF MOTIVATION”
Author: Dr. med. Marc Risch, Chief Physician and Specialist FMH for Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, Clinicum Alpinum, Gaflei – Lichtenstein [Translated from the original German language. Republished with permission.] Some days, we can all find it difficult to get out of bed or lack the motivation to tackle the tasks of daily life. Feeling unmotivated, at times, is a part of life. But when is it a sign of a serious...
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Get Better Sleep and Live Healthier: The Benefits of Sleeping Inclined
Battling fatigue after a bad night of sleep while trying to be cheerful and productive the next day is the worst. Yet many of us have trouble sleeping including undiagnosed sleep disorders, and missing quality sleep leads to a myriad of health issues, not just tiredness. Discover a simple yet highly effective technique to enhance your wellbeing: the benefits of inclined sleeping. In this article, we’ll delve into the science...
Read MoreWorld Alzheimer’s Day Message: Your Healthy Brain Depends on Quality Sleep
Join us in commemorating World Alzheimer’s Day as we shed light on the crucial connection between our brains and sleep. Quality sleep is often overlooked as something vital for optimal brain function. That’s why it makes sense to prioritize getting sufficient restorative sleep every night as it is a key aspect of brain health to help prevent dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Sleep and Alzheimer’s Disease: An Interconnected Relationship Today, it’s estimated...
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Insomnia: Tackling a Common Sleep Disorder
“There are some nights when sleep plays coy, aloof and disdainful. And all the wiles that I employ to win its service to my side are useless as wounded pride, and much more painful.” —Maya Angelou, “Insomniac,” Shaker Why Don’t You Sing?, 1983 Have you ever found yourself lying awake in bed, unable to fall asleep? You’re not alone. Insomnia has many causes and affects people from all walks of life, including celebrities. One such celebrity is the talented...
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Understanding the Importance of Sleep for Optimal Brain Function
While physical fitness gets a lot of attention regarding human health, we overlook brain health’s importance for overall well-being. A good nighttime snooze is more than a moment of inactivity. While it’s important for your body, your brain function also depends on optimal rest and recovery. Quality sleep is central to your brain’s cognitive, emotional, and behavioral processes and general health. To help you understand the importance of sleep for the...
Read MoreThe Impact of Light and Vitamin D on Sleep: What You Should Know
You probably remember how our parents told us to turn out the lights at night before going to bed. Nightly darkness meant it was time to get some rest and go to sleep. Throughout evolution, our internal clock has become used to the regular bright and dark stages of day and night to control our sleep cycle. Have you ever noticed that you feel gloomy when you stay indoors all...
Read MoreSpringing Forward Into Daylight Saving Time is a Step Back for Health
A neurologist explains the medical evidence, and why this shift is worse than the fall time change by Beth Ann Malow, Professor of Neurology and Pediatrics, Vanderbilt University As people in the U.S. prepare to set their clocks ahead one hour on Sunday, March 12, 2023, I find myself bracing for the annual ritual of media stories about the disruptions to daily routines caused by switching from standard time to daylight saving time. About one-third of...
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