Behaviors That Help You Sleep
No one likes to toss and turn all night. There are things you can do to help yourself get a better night’s rest. A consistent wind-down routine every day can help you fall asleep more quickly and reliably. Take a Hot Bath Your temperature naturally dips at night. Two hours before bed, soak in the […]
Getting Enough Sleep While Traveling
When you’re traveling, it’s important that you’re rested enough to enjoy yourself. I If you’re not getting enough sleep, you will feel tired and won’t be able to enjoy the exciting sights and experiences of your trip. Getting a good night’s sleep is always important, but even more so when you’re traveling. There are plenty of ways to help […]
Going To Bed Angry
We all know firsthand that sleep affects our mood. After a sleepless night you may be more irritable and vulnerable to stress and once you sleep, your mood often returns to normal. The same can go for the other way around too. We’ve all heard the saying “never go to bed angry”. Now research has […]
Restless Leg Syndrome
Restless leg syndrome (RLS) is a disorder of the nervous system that involves throbbing, pulling, creeping or other unpleasant sensations in the legs and causes an uncontrollable and overwhelming urge to move them. These feelings occur when the person is resting, mostly in the evenings and during sleep, and will usually go away when people […]
Sleeping Positions for Couples
Whether you spoon or sleep back to back can be an indicator of how happy or satisfied you and your partner are in your relationship. Sleeping in a pose that lets you both stay comfortable and also allows body contact helps strengthen your bond. These sleeping positions can help you snuggle up at night, as […]
Sleeping While Pregnant
Expectant parents know that it’ll be harder to get a good night’s sleep after their little one arrives, but who would have guessed that getting enough sleep during pregnancy would be difficult too? When you’re pregnant, your body goes through a variety of changes and thee changes tend to disrupt your usual slumber. This can […]
Smartphone Apps to Help You Sleep
Everyone has trouble falling asleep. Studying for school, stressed about work and over indulging in your favorite TV shows until all hours of the night can leave your mind and body too stimulated to rest. In most cases, your smartphone may not the best source of relaxation. It’s easy to get distracted with social apps […]
Falling Asleep When You’re Wide Awake
Not being able to fall asleep when you want to is agonizing. In order to get a better night’s sleep, you need to perfect your sleep hygiene. This includes developing a regular sleep schedule, using your bed only for sleep and ditching electronics and caffeine before bedtime. Following these tips may also help you sleep […]
Sleepwalking
Sleepwalking is a sleep disorder that causes people to get up and walk or perform other activities while sleeping. Symptoms of sleepwalking disorder ranges from simply sitting up and looking around, to walking around, to leaving and even driving long distances. It is a common misconception that a sleepwalker should not be awakened. It is […]
Effects of Sleep Deprivation
We all know not getting enough sleep at night can make us cranky in the morning. What we don’t know is how lack of sleep impacts the rest of your body as well. It can affect your health, looks and even your ability to lose weight. Sleep Loss Dumbs You Down Sleep plays a critical […]