When a healthy lifestyle is discussed, the most common factors mentioned are the need for a healthy diet and regular exercise, and to stop the smoking and drinking habits. Seldom do we include adequate and sound sleep to maintain our physical and mental wellness. To make matters worse, contemporary society looks upon people who sleep little as good and industrious performers … [Read more...] about Sleep: The Often Overlooked Factor in Healthy Living
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5 Common Sleep Disorders
While many suffer from insomnia, it is not the only cause of sleepless nights, and it is very important for those who have trouble sleeping to get to the root of their problem. Here are some other common sleep disorders. … [Read more...] about 5 Common Sleep Disorders
What to do when you can’t fall asleep
It's 2 am and you're wide awake. That can be annoying one night, and tiring for the second night in the row. But when you struggle with chronic insomnia, your health suffers. Here are some tips to help ease you into a good sleep routine so that you fall asleep more effortlessly. Shut off the gadgets Turn off all gadgets one hour before bedtime. A study by Osaka University … [Read more...] about What to do when you can’t fall asleep
Understanding insomnia
It's 2 am, and you can't sleep. You're exhausted, but no matter how hard you try, you can't seem to settle down. Maybe you manage to doze off, but the slightest sound wakes you up. This is a problem that millions of people face each night. It's insomnia, and it is not only frustrating, but debilitating. It can affect your health, your performance, and quality of life. … [Read more...] about Understanding insomnia
End the bedtime battles
What do you do when it's bedtime but your child refuses to go to sleep? It helps to remember that even adults have a hard time settling down after a long day. The trick is to get your child into the right frame of mind. Here are some tips from fellow moms on how to ease your child into an effective bedtime routine. … [Read more...] about End the bedtime battles