Category Archives: Sleep

Researchers from the Brigham and Women’s Hospital have found an increased risk of dementia in those who sleep five hours or less a night. The study explored the connection between sleep disturbances and deficiencies among older adults and concluded that getting 7-8 hours of sleep could reduce the chance of a decline in mental cognition. ...click here to read more

Your daily hunger hankerings could be holding you back from a good night’s sleep. The food you choose and when you eat it plays a significant role in sleep patterns and, in turn, overall health. Some obvious choices could be setting you back. An evening espresso or mowing down a pizza too close to bedtime ...click here to read more

Most Americans do not get enough sleep. In fact, a recent survey from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) has found that 85% of adults in the United States get less than seven hours of sleep a night. Sleep deprivation has previously been shown to increase the risk of several health conditions, including cardiovascular ...click here to read more

During sleep, the brain experiences an increase in blood flow, which is linked to brain function. According to a new study from Penn State researchers, these blood flow changes may help clean out metabolic brain waste that can build up during the day. By studying mice’s sleep patterns, the study was able to find the ...click here to read more

Most Americans don’t get enough sleep. Likely, you’re not either. Any number of things could be limiting your ability to get a good night’s shut-eye, which is defined by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) as at least seven hours per night. You need “enough” sleep for several reasons. It truly is a pillar ...click here to read more

A new study reaffirms that sleep cannot be replaced for the recovery of the brain. For decades, scientists have known that sleep is vital for the brain’s healthy functioning and overall health. However, it has been unclear whether this is due to the absence of novel input during sleep or an active refinement of neural ...click here to read more

Sleep is at a premium these days. The stress and anxiety of the holidays can make it tough to get a good night’s sleep. Toss a pandemic into the mix, and quality sleep becomes even more elusive. Sleeping pills, also called “z-drugs,” can be an attractive option for those struggling with sleep. But they are ...click here to read more

According to new research from the University of Eastern Finland, obstructive sleep apnea (OBA) may have a more significant impact on the heart than previously noted. Patients with OBA have been found to show a higher immediate heart rate variability and greater changes in beat-to-beat intervals. These new findings come from two recent studies that ...click here to read more

A nightcap can be a relaxing way to finish off the day. But it can also be robbing you of valuable sleep. Alcohol may make you feel a little drowsy—it’s a depressant after all, but that doesn’t mean it’s good for sleep. A new poll from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) suggests that ...click here to read more

Sleep health and heart health are closely connected. When you’re doing well with sleep, it generally translates to a lower risk for heart failure. But what does healthy sleep look like? According to a new study in Circulation, it means meeting these five criteria: 1) Getting seven to eight hours of sleep each night 2) ...click here to read more

Many lifestyle factors, such as screen time, diet, and sleep, can strongly impact depression symptoms. A new study published in BMC Medicine has found a broad range of lifestyle factors and its effect on depression symptoms using the large UK Biobank lifestyle and mood dataset. Studies have previously shown that sleep can play an essential ...click here to read more

Sleep loss can affect many aspects of health. It has long been known that a lack of sleep can interfere with learning, and a new study shows how crucial it can be for consolidating memories. The study, which appeared in Biological Psychiatry: Cognitive Neuroscience and Neuroimaging, suggests that sleep loss can hijack the brain’s ability ...click here to read more

Sleep apnea can be a dangerous condition, but it isn’t always the easiest to recognize. And according to some, men and women experience different symptoms. Aside from being closely associated with high blood pressure, heart disease, and type-2 diabetes, sleep apnea can significantly impact how you feel every day. It can make you more irritable, ...click here to read more

According to new research, people who experience high blood pressure while they sleep are more likely to have a higher risk of stroke and heart disease. The study, published in the American Heart Association’s journal Circulation, has found that nighttime blood pressure is increasingly being recognized as a predictor of cardiovascular risk. It is a ...click here to read more