Category Archives: Sleep

This past weekend, I went away with some family. We rented a place up north for some rest. And although I felt well-rested and relaxed while I was up there, I do not feel as recharged as I would like. The reason was that I didn’t sleep well the last night. It was a comfy ...click here to read more

Everyone knows how good it feels to get a good night’s sleep, but new evidence shows how important it can be for cutting risk of stroke and heart disease. For middle-aged adults with type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, or stroke, it is especially important to get a good night’s sleep as it ...click here to read more

We all have those nights where we can’t sleep. You could be as tired as can be, but no matter what, your brain is ruminating and stirring. Sleep is not an option. This might sound crazy, but one of the best things you can do in this situation is getting out of bed. There is ...click here to read more

Individuals who suffer from sleep deprivation could suffer from poor gut health, leading to many health concerns. It is well known that those who work night shifts or travel across different time zones often have a higher chance of becoming overweight and suffer from gut inflammation. But now, a group of Henrique Veiga-Fernandes at the ...click here to read more

A quiet morning routine is a great way to start the day, is it not? Read the paper, watch the news, and eat some brekkie while sipping a coffee. Sounds perfect. But before getting to all that, you might want to do this first. And you might not jump at the idea, but trust me, ...click here to read more

Those who like to get a little more sleep during the day by taking a nap may have a lower risk of heart attack and stroke. The impact of napping on heart health has long been contested, but according to a new study, it has been proven that a daytime nap taken once or twice ...click here to read more

Your heart health could depend on your quality of sleep, according to a new study. Even those who are non-smokers, who exercise, and have no genetic predisposition to cardiovascular disease could be at risk of heart attack if their sleep cycle is off balance. The new study from the University of Colorado Boulder published in ...click here to read more

Do you nap a lot during the day? If you do, this is for you. A growing body of research is indicating a strong relationship between sleep quality and the likelihood of Alzheimer’s. And it seems like daytime naps offer plenty of insight. The association appears to be the more often you nap, the more ...click here to read more

It isn’t abnormal for the health of the family caregiver of someone with dementia to be overlooked, but new research shows that they are at a high risk of sleep disorders. Many times, the health of the caregiver goes to the wayside as the dementia patient is focused on, but these family members need to ...click here to read more

New research finds that gastroesophageal reflux (GERD) can not only cause pain in the temporomandibular joint but also contribute to poor sleep and mental health. Many people are unaware of the far-reaching risk factors associated with GERD, and the study published in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal) helps to show just how serious the condition ...click here to read more

Failed depression treatment is of real concern, but research now recommends physicians look at obstructive sleep apnea for a possible connection. While it is known that patients with obstructive sleep apnea tend to have a higher risk of depression, little was known about the relationships between the two, which is what lead investigators to look ...click here to read more

Could you imagine if stimulating certain points on your ear could lead to better sleep, improved mood, and a lower chance of age-related illness like heart disease and high blood pressure? According to some new research, it could be that easy. A study published in the journal Aging showed that “tickling” certain areas of the ...click here to read more

There is really only one way to describe feeling nauseous: terrible. When it hits, it can turn your whole day upside down. The rolling wave-like sensation can potentially even lead to vomiting. Surely, there is no shortage of anti-nausea over-the-counter pharmaceuticals on the market. But popular options, like Gravol, can come with an array of ...click here to read more

If you wear technology to track your sleep, you know how frustrating it could be. Is the fact you only got five hours last night the reason you’re in a bad mood? Have you tried to make it up the next night only to find yourself awake full of anxiety at 2 am? Here’s why ...click here to read more