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Sleep Deprivation and Chronic Disease: The Deadly Risks
Chronic sleep deprivation, getting insufficient sleep for an extended period of time, has been associated with a slew of -health issues-, ranging from cardiovascular disease to metabolic syndrome. If that’s not bad enough, some chronic conditions can turn poor sleep quality into a deadly threat. Are you at risk? - Sleep deprivation can take a toll on the body. For those who are healthy, it can increase...
October 30, 2024
Bedbugs: How to Spot Them and What to Do
Just the word is enough to make the skin crawl. Bedbugs. They're gross and creepy and can keep someone up at night with itching and discomfort. Bedbugs aren’t anything most people want to discuss, but knowing how to spot them, and what to do about them, can be important for a -good night’s sleep. What Are Bedbugs? - Bedbugs are -parasitic insects. They’re small and have a reddish-brown coloration....
October 25, 2024
Common Mutation Could Make You a Night Owl
Humans might be the only creatures on Earth with such unpredictable sleeping patterns. Some people rise every morning at the crack of dawn, while others of us struggle to drag ourselves out of bed by noon. Night owl schedules aren't necessarily disordered, but their patterns can conflict with normal working hours, which may affect their ability to function in a world designed for early risers. Researchers...
October 21, 2024
People Who Wake up Early May Be at Risk
A new study shows a possible correlation between waking times and major cardiovascular events, such as heart attack and stroke. In fact, those who routinely wake up too early may be at a greater risk of dying from a sudden cardiovascular event than those who get the proper amount of sleep. Sleeping too much may also -increase cardiovascular risks. So it's important to get the right amount of sleep....
October 18, 2024
The Dangers of Sleep Deprivation
Chronic sleep deprivation may seem like a normal part of adult life, but it -may have a greater impact on our health than we realize. Researchers are finding that sleep deprivation can do far more than affect our concentration and work performance. Over the long-term, -not getting enough sleep can lead to a number of health conditions-, and it might even shorten our lives. Insomniac Nation - Between...
December 5, 2023
Are You a Night Owl? It Could be Killing You
Do you know someone who loves the night? Maybe the sweet silence of 3 a.m. is appealing to them. Perhaps they work nights or study late. A Korean study- found a causal relationship between being a night owl and metabolic disorders. In addition, a -recent study conducted by the UK Biobank - sought to determine whether there could be a connection between sleeping schedules and mortality rates, and the...
October 12, 2023
7 Tips to Get Amazing Deep Sleep
Getting enough sleep is essential to living a happy and well-balanced life. Without the necessary 7-9 hours of daily sleep your body cannot perform optimally. Lack of sleep can make you grumpy and irritable and can negatively effect your brain’s ability to function. If we consistently don't get enough sleep it can even lead to irregular heart beat, heart disease, high blood pressure, heart failure...
January 18, 2023
4 Ways to Combat Daily Fatigue
Do you feel tired and lethargic regardless of the time of day? Are you constantly reaching for a cup of coffee to keep yourself going for a few more hours? If you answer yes to either of these questions, then there is a good chance that you are suffering from daily fatigue. Fortunately for you, you don’t have to continue this way anymore. By adopting a few simple lifestyle changes you can enjoy high...
September 7, 2022
4 Plants That Help You Sleep Better
Getting a good night’s rest is part of staying healthy, but not everyone is able to get the ZZZZZs they need. You can keep certain plants in your room to help make the atmosphere more serene and peaceful to help you get better sleep. Plants make the oxygen we breathe and almost any can be a great addition to the bedroom. There are 4 plants in particular that are good at helping you sleep better. Jasmine...
August 24, 2022
How Sleep Can Help You Avoid Junk Food
If you’ve ever had a bad day and resorted to a bag of chips or a pint of ice cream to feel better at the end of a long day, you’re not alone. There’s just something about junk food that sounds so appealing when you’re frustrated or sad. Nevertheless, too much junk food isn’t healthy and, while sometimes it can make you feel better in the moment, over the long-term it isn’t healthy. Recently, evidence...
July 18, 2022