Category Archives: Sleep

Sleep is an important part of maintaining overall good health, that’s a given. Lack of proper restorative sleep can lead to fatigue, extra weight, high blood pressure, and many other health issues. Therefore, a good night’s sleep is a must. And now, to max up the benefits of sleep, research has found the best position ...click here to read more

Alzheimer’s disease and dementia progression and onset are linked to chronic sleep disturbances. Study lead Domenico Praticò explained, “The big biological question that we tried to address in this study is whether sleep disturbance is a risk factor to develop Alzheimer’s or is it something that manifests with the disease.” The researchers initially looked at ...click here to read more

Stroke risk and recovery are linked to sleep disorders like insomnia and sleep apnea. Based on study findings, researchers recommend that patients who have experienced a stroke or mini-stroke should be screened for sleep disorders. Study author Dirk M. Hermann said, “Although sleep disorders are common after a stroke, very few stroke patients are tested ...click here to read more

Poor sleep can negatively impact a woman’s heart, especially during menopause. Menopausal women often have trouble sleeping, and researchers suggest this can add to their heart problems, increasing the risk of heart disease and stroke. The researchers found that sleep loss was correlated with greater plaque buildup and thicker artery walls. Lead researcher Rebecca Thurston ...click here to read more

Heart failure and heart attack risk increases in people with insomnia. The study followed 54,279 people aged 20 to 89 years for over 11 years. The researchers found that insomnia sufferers had a three times higher risk of heart failure and heart attack risk compared to those without the symptoms of sleep disorder. Researcher Dr. ...click here to read more

Sleep is an important aspect of health, and you probably know this. This is why you’re so frustrated each night when you’re left tossing and turning instead of enjoying a restful night’s sleep. Lack of sleep doesn’t just leave you tired the next day, it can actually take a serious toll on many aspects of ...click here to read more

This has been one super hot summer, and it doesn’t seem to be cooling down much, even in the wake of the Labor Day weekend, so it looks like the heat may last a bit longer this year. Although many of us enjoy the summer weather, getting a good night’s sleep seems almost impossible when ...click here to read more

Liver may not be something you think about often, but it’s a very important organ responsible for over 500 different functions! With so much in tow, it really deserves to be taken care of – and to be taken seriously. Your liver has to face many different threats. Alcohol consumption, toxins, poor diet, even extra ...click here to read more

We can’t stress enough the importance of sleep. It is the only time when our body as a whole gets to recharge. Unfortunately, all sorts of sleep problems, from insomnia to sleep apnea, are on the rise, preventing us from getting the quality good night’s sleep we need. Poor sleep can affect the body in ...click here to read more

Obstructive sleep apnea patients with CPAP intolerance may benefit from hypoglossal nerve stimulation (HGNS). Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) device is commonly used to treat sleep apnea. A facial mask worn throughout the night, it produced continuous airflow to make sure the person doesn’t stop breathing. Some individuals, however, may be intolerant to CPAP device ...click here to read more

Enlarged uvula can lead to snoring and obstructive sleep apnea. Among normal adults, 45 percent are occasional snorers and 25 percent are habitual snorers. Most commonly seen in males, snoring may be a result of an obstruction, so it should be considered a serious symptom to address with your doctor. There are numerous causes for ...click here to read more

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and insomnia linked to depressive symptoms, fatigue, and disability. The findings of the study suggest that addressing sleep issues in rheumatoid arthritis patients may improve depressive symptoms, fatigue, and disability. The study was a cross-sectional examination of the relationship between sleep quality and rheumatoid arthritis, involving 162 rheumatoid arthritis patients. The participants ...click here to read more

Even if you normally get a good night’s sleep, that one night of tossing and turning can really put a damper on your week ahead. Whether you constantly battle to get some shut eye or poor sleep is a rare but still unpleasant occurrence for you, we have a simple solution to your nagging sleep ...click here to read more

Shedding a few extra pounds becomes increasingly difficult as we get older. There are many reasons why we put on weight, including stress, age, lack of activity, and – of course – diet, which plays the largest role in weight management. Considered a growing problem in America, obesity contributes to numerous health problems. When we ...click here to read more