CDC pegs American adults with sleep problems at about 50-70 million. Steer clear of these sleep myths to safeguard your health. Besides exercise and diet, sleep is among the cornerstones of good health. In fact, we spend more time in sleep than in eating and physical activities. Despite being a regular part of our lives and the lengthy time that we sleep, we are still clueless ... Continue Reading
Deep Sleep Locks in Memories & Skills in Kids
A new study reports that REM sleep actively converts waking experiences into lasting memories and skills in young brains. This post from Science Daily highlights the importance of REM sleep in the development of young brains and cautions against the increased use of medications that interfere with it. Rapid eye movement or REM sleep actively converts waking experiences into ... Continue Reading
7 Reasons Why Sleep Is As Essential As Food
In this generation, we hear a lot about diet, nutrition, exercise, healthy and unhealthy habits constantly. We might even get so caught up in the drift that we get worried or obsessed and lose sleep over it. The Western and especially our American culture is intensely "up." The nation is built on a powerful work ethic.We believe that the early bird gets the worm. We're hard ... Continue Reading
Things You Didn’t Know About Sleep But SHOULD
Does this sound like you:You can’t fall asleep at all, even if you’re tired. Your mind is racing.. you can’t turn it off. You’re likely stressed out.You fall asleep but can’t stay asleep. You’re a very light sleeperYou sleep through the night but wake up tired - no matter how much sleep you get.If any of those points resinate with you, you must read this whole article! Sleep is ... Continue Reading
Why Getting Extra Sleep Makes You So Tired
If you got more sleep than you're used to last night, then you're probably tired because you got more sleep than you're used to last night. Your body loves consistency. Ask A Scientist: I Got Extra Sleep Last Night. Why Am I So Tired? The Scientist:Â Michael J. Breus, Ph.D., a clinical psychologist and Fellow of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine The Answer:Â If you ... Continue Reading