It’s true that as we age, we don’t sleep as well or as long. Why is that? Scientists say several changes occur with aging that disrupt our natural sleep cycle.
A good night's sleep can be more elusive in the summer – but there are ways to get better shut-eye
Greeting the sun first thing in the morning can make people feel more alert and capable of taking on the day, sleep specialists say. If you find that you struggle with getting enough sleep more in the ...
How lack of sleep leads to erectile dysfunction, even impotence
But lack of sleep is known to have adverse ... his testosterone levels drop to as much as 70 per cent. Thus, decrease in total sleep or disrupted sleep can impact sexual function.
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) that puts patients and those around them at risk can be minimized by early recognition and treatment or referral to a specialist, according to a primary care pulmonary ...
New Infant Safe Sleep Guidelines From The AAP Discourage Bed-Sharing
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) released a new set of safe sleep guidelines for infants for the first time in six years.
Is 6 Hours Sleep Enough To Function Effectively?
Many of us have a bad habit of cutting corners when it comes to getting the recommended amount of sleep each night. Despite the fact that getting seven or eight ...
The sleeping habits that can help weight loss and decrease your your appetite
Losing weight can sometimes feel like a difficult task, but studies have shown that sleeping habits can make a huge difference. Various studies by the National Center for Biotechnology Information ...
Why the science of sleep makes all the difference
The ramifications of sleep deprivation offer strong support to the view that sleep doesn’t have just one biological purpose but in fact, through its complexity, is an important contributor to the ...
Take a 30 minute lunchtime power nap to boost your health, claims sleep expert
Daytime power naps between 1pm and 3pm are vital for optimum health, claims health expert Nick Little-Hales. Do you take a cheeky lunchtime nap?
Take heart: A good night’s sleep can boost cardiac health
Sleep is one of eight key factors, including nicotine use and diet, that predict the risks of cardiovascular disease and stroke.
Supplements may help with sleep problems
That’s why I was intrigued with an ad on television for a product that claims to have been “clinically tested” and “proven effective” to help one fall asleep faster and sleep longer. “I bet it has ...
Why You’re Not Getting Enough Sleep and What to Do About It
We need it, and we’re sick and tired of not getting enough of it. Why are we not allowing ourselves to get the rest we crave? Sleep seems to be the first thing we sacrifice when we’re faced with ...
