sleep

Since the beginning of sleep studies, the most accurate readings that could be gathered were typically under the express supervision of a doctor. Many options that are currently available don't give the levels of accuracy that are often sought in such situations. There is a larger, ongoing human sleep project that is still trying to determine very integral things about sleep that so many are curious about. Why is it so vital to our everyday functions? What happens if we don't get enough of it? Are sleep quality and quantity interchangeable? Sleep cycles are a very interesting and fickle thing....

Sleep issues creep up on people at different points of their lives. When I was in college, I couldn't stay asleep in bed for more nights then Id like to admit. The problem was so persistent that it drastically impacted my studies. Research shows that long-term sleep deprivation causes serious health conditions such as obesity, diabetes, heart disease, stroke, and Alzheimer's disease. After seeking medical help, it was evident that poor sleeping habits was one of the contributing factors to my challenges getting quality sleep. As a result, I decided to put together a list of tips for healthier sleep...

In recent years, sleep disturbances are much more common than they've ever been. The importance of sleep cannot be overstated. Getting sound and consistent sleep can be the difference in a sound mind and body for a myriad of reasons. One of the most common issues that some experience with sleep is a condition called sleep apnea. It is said that nearly 18 million individuals are suffering with apnea, which compromises the ability to breathe correctly due to an obstruction while they are sleeping.  While some people think that sleep apnea simply means loud snoring, it actually means much more...

One of the things sleep loss increases is the risk of obesity through a combination of effects on energy metabolism. Research presented recently at the European Congress of Endocrinology highlights how disrupted sleep patterns - a common feature of modern living - can predispose to weight gain by affecting your appetite and responses to food and exercise. While several studies have correlated sleep deprivation with weight gain, the underlying cause of increased obesity risk from sleep disruption is unclear, but may relate to changes in appetite, metabolism, motivation, physical activity or a combination of factors. Dr. Christian Benedict from Uppsala...

The benefits of sleep are common knowledge to most, however, that doesn't stop many people from not getting as much of it as they should based on their hectic lifestyles. Not only will sound sleep allow you to be more alert, make better split-second decisions, and also improve stress management, but it may also be deeply tied to preventing challenging, life altering illnesses. A recent study found that there may be a correlation between those who get less REM (rapid eye movement) sleep during the night and those who are at greater risk of developing dementia. There are five different...