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 […]

Rooted in Routine: Everything you must know about getting your children to sleep, but are too tired to ask!

By Jill Barnum, MA Sleep is the single most effective thing we can do to reset our brain and body for health and performance. Good quality and quantity sleep is not a luxury, it’s a necessity, and our kids need it just as much as we do. Sleep deprivation can lead to a loss 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 […]

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 […]

Don’t Let Stress Affect Your Sleep and Your Health!

As we age, as stated by drug treatment Tampa, there are an additional number of factors that can cause stress, which can lead to problems sleeping and heightened levels of fatigue. New challenges, such as a concerning medical diagnosis or the loss of a loved one, can feel like an extreme blow to our mental […]

When to Seek Help for Your Sleep Problems

It is estimated that 50-70 million adults in the US have a sleep disorder. The severity of these disorders can range from mild snoring to severe sleep apnea, which can pose a significant risk to your health. Many people do not recognize the symptoms of a sleep disorder, or do not know if they are […]

How Sleep Deprived Are You?

How Sleep Deprived Are You? Does a heavy meal, low dose of alcohol, warm room, or boring meeting make you drowsy? Do you fall asleep within 5 minutes of getting into bed? Do you need an alarm clock to wake up? Do you sleep extra hours on weekends? Are you sleepy right now? If you […]

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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