Q&A: Sleep Myths

Q: Does the brain rest during sleep? A: Most people think of sleep as a passive, dormant part of our daily lives. By using functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) researchers have evidenced that neurons in the brainstem, which connects the brain with the spinal cord, produce neurotransmitters such as serotonin and norepinephrine that keep some parts of […]

How Does Sleep Affect Your Metabolism?

Sleep has a huge effect on your mood, your health and your weight. Missing a few hours sleep can result in a lower pain tolerance and a bad mood – but that isn’t all. Sleep can also have a huge effect on your metabolism, so if you want to lose weight it is essential to make sure […]

10 Things You Can Do While the Sun is Up to Help You Sleep Better When the Sun Goes Down

It’s easy to get caught in a vicious cycle of sleep deprivation. Toss and turn at night, wake up groggy, crash in the afternoon, guzzle coffee to get by, repeat. Oftentimes the sleeplessness that plagues us by night is a function of the choices we make during the day. Whether through the habits we hold […]

How Much Sleep Do I Really Need?

It’s common counsel to prescribe eight hours of nightly sleep, but most people don’t value sleep enough to meet that quota. Those who do may still feel groggy the following day, making it that much more unlikely that they’ll carve out the time to maintain an adequate sleep schedule. Failing to obtain sufficient, quality sleep […]

4 Reasons Why You Should Get 8+ Hours of Sleep Per Night

Everyone needs sleep. While age, activity level, genetics, and other personal characteristics determine just how much is needed, most of us require at least 8 hours per night, if not slightly more, for optimal health. However, many people happily boast about their ability to get by on only a few hours of sleep per night. Others […]

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