If you’ve been tossing and turning at night, unable to get a good night’s sleep no matter what you do, it’s possible that your overall wellness is to blame. Getting a good night’s sleep will contribute immensely to your overall health and wellness, but it’s equally true that what you eat and how you exercise will contribute…
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The Function of Alarm Clocks in Achieving Your Best Sleep
Are you a morning person that jumps out of bed at the first light of the new day? Or do you struggle to wake up to an alarm every morning? It’s hard to find a house nowadays that doesn’t have some type of alarm clock. But do these devices truly help us get a better…
Adequate Rest Can Help a Variety of Medical Conditions
Life is busy, and it can be hard to get the rest you need to keep going. For many people, lack of sleep can cause, or exacerbate the symptoms of medical conditions. If you’re burning the candle at both ends, take steps to get more sleep, and better quality sleep, to stay healthy and avoid…
Are Poorly Constructed Beds Contributing to America’s Obesity Problem?
America’s ongoing battle against obesity has long been documented. At last count, at least 1/3 of the nation is carrying around more weight than they should. The reasons behind the extra poundage are as diverse as our nation’s population and therefore, it’s hard to reach a consensus on how to solve the problem. However, health…
Want Better Wellness? Get Some Sleep!
Do you wake up feeling tired most mornings? Does your energy lag throughout the day? If so, then you’re not alone! The National Sleep Foundation recently reported that nearly half of Americans don’t feel rested, and you can probably guess why; social pressures, busy work schedules, light pollution, stress, caregiving responsibilities, and a number of other…
11 Reasons to Love Sleep
Everybody loves sleep. Of course, it’s a requirement for life, but it’s also a popular favorite among most people. A great sleep just seems to make everything better. The entire day is brighter, and you feel healthier, but you might be surprised by how many benefits actually come from a great night of sleep. Here are…
Children and Sleep: How Much Do They Need and Why is it Important?
When setting up a nursery, one of the first purchases most parents make is a crib and mattress. There’s something innate about creating a great sleep space for a baby even before he or she is born. Parents know right from the start that it is important. But after a bit of time, less thought…
How Much Do You Really Know About Getting the Right Amount of Sleep?
We would all like to be experts in getting the perfect amount of sleep, but how much do you really know? The answer might shock you. Ask anyone and they will tell you that getting enough sleep (but not too much) is important. Ask how much sleep is needed though, and you will probably get…
New Study Shows Connection Between Sleep and Weight Control
If tossing and turning at night has become more the norm, it can have an effect on many areas of your life. Not getting enough sleep has a whole list of negative effects, and a recent study shows it can even have an effect on eating habits. The consequences of not getting enough sleep go…
Eight Benefits of Restorative Sleep
Sleep can be oh so elusive at times. No matter how much you try to relax, drink hot tea, or read, some nights, sleep seems to hide from you and absolutely refuses to come around. Often times people can be flippant about your not getting enough sleep, but sleep is not something to take lightly.…