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- The Secret to Overcome Insomnia - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2012 from John OxnardIf you’re experiencing problems sleeping, there’s a good chance you aren’t getting enough exercise. Both mental and physical exercises are effective ways to help you get a deeper, more restful sleep. For some people, exercise is enough on its own to overcome their insomnia. When you exercise, ...
Views: 1059(1 vote) - The Warning Signs of Sleep Deprivation With Resulting Health Issues and Risks - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2018 from Leon EdwardSignals of a Lack of Sleep or Improper Sleep If one is not simply getting enough sleep, the body ultimately begins revealing outside indications. Among the very first indications of being denied of your sleep is feeling tired throughout the day. Somewhat surprising to some, another ...
Views: 1596(1 vote) - Top 10 Reasons Insomniacs Don't Sleep - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2011 from joan Boccafola1. Fear of Sleep 2. Stress and Worry (overly excited or anxious about the day ahead, thinking too much) 3. Uncomfortable Sleep Environment - too much light, too much noise, too hot or too cold, disruptive bedmate, children or pet, uncomfortable mattress, sheets, pillow or sleepwear 4. ...
Views: 1226(2 votes) - Top 10 Ways to Get Better Sleep - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2011 from Matthew Coast"The worst thing in the world is to try to sleep and not to." - F. Scott Fitzgerald Sleep is essential if you want to maintain a balanced lifestyle, have high levels of energy, and have a better ability to focus and be present with activities that you're engaged in. As a clinically diagnosed ...
Views: 2097(1 vote) - Top Ten Sleep Snatchers - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2011 from joan BoccafolaThere are many lists out now providing tips for sleep and things to avoid if you want a good night sleep. Most lists leave out fear of sleep. This is primary. Once you've had chronic insomnia fear accompanies you every night. You're afraid you won't sleep - again. There's a deeper fear that may ...
Views: 1216(1 vote) - Treating Insomnia With Music Therapy - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2010 from Daniel RichardInsomnia effects millions of people every night, and most people try sleeping pills to help out with this condition. This article will show that you can treat insomnia without sleeping pills. What is insomnia? Insomnia is a condition where people have trouble falling asleep, staying asleep ...
Views: 2697(2 votes) - Understanding sleep apnea: causes, risks and remedies - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2017 from Cynthia MadisonSleep apnea is a condition that can appear at any age and that affects 4% of males, 2% of females and 0.7% of children. Despite its high incidence, it is often misunderstood and underestimated, which can lead to complications and negative lifestyle changes. But what is it exactly? More ...
Views: 1054(1 vote) - Use These Tips To Wipe Out Insomnia - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2013 from Jason StephensonUse These Tips To Wipe Out Insomnia Not having the ability to sleep is a very terrible feeling. If you suffer from insomnia, you know exactly how this feels. Insomnia can certainly have a negative effect on your life. Today is the day to end it. The tips presented below will do just ...
Views: 2005(1 vote) - What Your Dreams May Mean - Some Huna Help - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2010 from Robert WorstellDream – the word is both a noun and a verb. This life, for some, is simply another dream you wake to. And this is found in the Huna, explained by Serge Kahili King through his "Mastering Your Hidden Self." And this can change any conventional idea of what your or my dreams may ...
Views: 1359(1 vote) - What's Lemon Balm? - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2010 from David OromanerNative to European mainland, lemon balm (Melissa officinalis), is now grown all over the world. It is an easy to care for perennial herb that is part of the mint family. It is sometimes referred to as lemon mint. It has no relation to the citrus fruit lemon or any part of the lemon tree. It ...
Views: 2074(1 vote) - Why Better Sleep Could Mean Better Productivity - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2016 from Anna RodriguezIn this time and age where we have to do a lot of things, sleep is one of the things that suffers. Some people sacrifice sleep to be more productive, but the result is the opposite. A number of independent studies show that employees are likely to perform effectively and profitably with ...
Views: 1633(1 vote) - Why Poor Sleep Is Norm in Cancer (with Solutions) - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Dr Artour RakhimovAdvance of cancer malignancy aggravates sleep problems. Many medical studies proved a clear link between insomnia and cancer (Berger 2009; Hearson et al 2008; Lee at al 2004; Roscoe et al 2008; Sateia et al 2008). Public medicine at this time is unable to clarify the reason responsible for this ...
Views: 1774(1 vote) - You Deserve to Sleep - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2012 from Carolyn CooperWomen in America are tired. Between jobs, housework, children, husbands, errands, cooking, we’ve got a lot on our plates (not that we’re complaining, of course). We never seem to get caught up on our rest and sleep because there’s always so much to do. But what if you get plenty of sleep and ...
Views: 1157(1 vote) - Your Bedroom - A 'Sleep Cave' - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2012 from Dr. Catherine DarleyRemember the ‘Man Cave’ which was popular a few years back? Well, think of creating a ‘cave’ at home to sleep in, because the ideal sleep environment is indeed cave-like. Below is a check-list to work through as you design the perfect sleep environment. To make a perfect ‘Sleep Cave’: 1. ...
Views: 1224(1 vote) - Your sleeping position affects your brain and overall health - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2016 from Victor MarchioneTossing and turning, getting cocooned by the sheets, or waking up several times during the night because of your partner’s snoring? (“What? You’re kidding – I don’t snore!” is a common response by your better half.) If this happens on a regular basis, you may be sleep-deprived. You’re bound to ...
Views: 1367(1 vote) - 5 Steps on How to Stop Sleep Apnea - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from Dr. Don ClossonSleep apnea is a serious condition that can present itself in three forms, central, obstructive, and mixed, and it is extremely essential to know how to stop sleep apnea for several reasons. Obstructive sleep apnea is the most commonly found form of the condition, which occurs when there is ...
Views: 2141(3 votes) - Insomnia-why can't I sleep at night? - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2012 from Raphael RettnerDo you toss and turn at night? Do you wake up each morning feeling more tired than you were the night before? If you don’t feel refreshed in the morning, then you are likely not getting enough sleep at night and should consider why. What is Insomnia? Although it's common to have the ...
Views: 2538(2 votes) - 10 Top Meditation Benefits: How Does Meditation Help the Human Body? - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2011 from Suzanne GloverMeditation benefits are numerous, but what are the ones that really help us feel great mentally, emotionally and physically? These ten benefits of meditation top the list for mental, emotional and physical well-being. TOP BENEFIT #1: STRESS RELIEF BY LOWERING "STRESS" CHEMICAL One of the ...
Views: 2820(4 votes) - 5 Reasons Why People Fail at Using CPAP - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2011 from Amy Korn-ReavisCPAP therapy is considered the gold standard for treating sleep apnea. It is a machine that uses a mask of some type to deliver a specific pressure of air to help keep the airway open. The problem with CPAP therapy is that it does take getting used to in order to be successful in using it ...
Views: 1570(2 votes) - 7 Unusual Ways to Treat Snoring & Sleep Apnea - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2009 from Steven ParkIf you suffer from obstructive sleep apnea, and you're frustrated with conventional treatment options, you may feel an urge to look at alternative options. If you spend enough time researching this, you'll find a number of strange, interesting and sometimes bizarre ways of treating sleep apnea. ...
Views: 3625(2 votes) - Better Sleep Naturally with Herbs - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2009 from Judith McElhinneyMost of us have at one time or another had trouble going to sleep, or getting a good night’s sleep. And for some of us, it’s a regular thing. But it doesn’t have to be. The use of herbs to aid sleep is an ancient practice that has remained popular because it’s relatively inexpensive, it’s ...
Views: 1863(2 votes) - Fighting Stress Induced Chronic Exhaustion With a Healthy Diet - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2011 from David BirdIt's hard to function when you are tired, something that every parent, college student, full time employee and business owner can tell you. One of the biggest contributors to chronix exhaustion is not getting enough sleep, followed closely by not getting a good night sleep. Frequently, the ...
Views: 1231(2 votes) - How to Shut My Brain Down So I Can Sleep - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2010 from Dr Laura UmferHow to Shut Down My Brain So I Can Sleep Many people suffer from insomnia or sleeplessness at some point. Insomnia is often a symptom of something else, although it is a diagnosis all its own. You may have read about sleep hygiene 101 telling you to limit caffeine and cut caffeine intake by ...
Views: 5893(6 votes) - Migraines and Sleep - by Submitted on May 24, 2011 from Jana BeemanMigraines and Sleep By Jana Beeman, CHHP, CHP, AADP It’s one of those nasty truths that migraine sufferers know all too well: when you don’t sleep well, you get migraines, and when you have migraines, it’s often really hard to sleep. So the question becomes: What can I do? I personally ...
Views: 4018(2 votes) - Natural Herbal Sleep Aids - Facts That You Should Know Before Using Them - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2013 from Aiden SmithIf you are suffering with insomnia there are few things which you should know about natural herbal sleeping aids and also about general medicines popularly used for treating the problem. General medicines like sedatives and tranquilizers are made by using various salts and artificial substances, ...
Views: 1125(2 votes) - Sleep Apnea and CPAP Masks: Why They Make the Best of Friends? - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2011 from Douglas KidderAt times, the diagnosis and the mode of treating the condition, both take us by surprise. Take the instance of sleep apnea and CPAP masks. You are clueless about both. Neither do you know what the disorder is , nor why the doctor is asking you to wear something you have never worn before? ...
Views: 1039(2 votes) - Sleep Matters - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2011 from odette worrellMany years ago, I heard Chief Oren Lyons, faith keeper of the Turtle Clan for the Iroquois Onondaga Nation, speak to a group of children about the winter months from his Native American perspective. His story relayed how our Mother Earth falls asleep during this time of year, and covers herself ...
Views: 1089(2 votes) - Sleeping Like A Baby - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2011 from Dr. Catherine DarleyRecently talking to new parents, I was reflecting on the popular phrase “sleeping like a baby.” In many ways, nobody would want to sleep like a baby – waking multiple times a night, crying, needing help to fall asleep each time. Let’s take a look at what is happening with babies’ sleep, and ...
Views: 1498(2 votes) - Snoring is Not Just an Ugly Noise - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2011 from Patty TuckerChainsaw. Fog horn. Angry bear. Freight train. A cow giving birth. An Ozzy Osbourne concert. A wounded warthog. These are but a few of the colorful (and sometimes painful) descriptions of the snoring sounds of otherwise loved and presumably lovable sleepers. Snoring is a sound produced by ...
Views: 1686(2 votes) - Steps That You Can Take to Improve Your Quality of Sleep - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2011 from Brent P CullenOne of the questions that we often ask ourselves is,” How can I get a better nights rest?” It is hard for us to understand that even though we are dead tired and exhausted, we cannot seem to get a good nights sleep. A large majority of people are workaholics who work their 9 to 5 jobs everyday ...
Views: 927(2 votes) - Why Do We Yawn? Get The Straight Facts - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2011 from Marcy MooreDid you just yawn while reading this article title? Do you think you yawned because you were tired, or because thinking about yawning prompted you to do it? Yawning is quite “contagious.” Even just thinking about yawning or reading about yawning can make humans yawn. According to ...
Views: 1728(2 votes) - Why Snoring Is The Silent Relationship Killer - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2010 from Jennifer Ross-TaylorWhy Snoring Is The Silent Relationship Killer Snoring isn’t called 'the silent relationship killer' because it doesn’t make any sound. On the contrary, the sometimes raucous sounds that are called snoring could often rival a freight train going through the bedroom! Snoring has earned the ...
Views: 10310(2 votes) - 7 Tips for Better Nasal Breathing - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2009 from Steven ParkMost people take breathing through their nose for granted. But for many chronic mouth breathers, breathing through the nose is a struggle, if not impossible. Not only is their quality of life diminished, but they'll also have a variety of other health-related conditions such as dry mouth, ...
Views: 5387(5 votes) - Is sleep apnea holding you back? - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2013 from Andrew SenskeMedical professionals estimate that more than 20 million Americans suffer from sleep apnea, and that only a fraction of those people have been diagnosed and have started CPAP therapy for treatment. Are you among the undiagnosed? If so, sleep apnea could be holding you back, and treating it ...
Views: 1899(3 votes) - Natural Remedies For Insomnia - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2009 from Edith LingenfelterInsomnia is a nightmare. The more exhausted you are - the harder it is to sleep. And taking prescription or over the counter medicine can cause addiction and disturbing side effects, which can make insomnia worse. Insomnia can be due to many causes; such as, anxiety, caffeine, depression, low ...
Views: 1289(3 votes) - Sleeping well is key to managing your weight - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2009 from Tova GreenbergOur body is our own personal drug store, regulated by many internal systems to give us what we need over the course of the day, in order to function as it should and help us fight off threats to our health. Being in good physical shape, and maintaining the proper weight are the two best ways to ...
Views: 1200(3 votes) - Snoring and Separate Bedrooms… Are They A Sign Of Lost Intimacy? - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2010 from Jennifer Ross-TaylorWith over 90 million snorers in America, and studies showing up to 80% of couples sleeping in separate rooms when one partner snores, it is no wonder that builders and architects alike are reporting that more and more Americans are building homes with two master suites or are remodeling homes to ...
Views: 3008(3 votes) - If You Do Not Sleep Properly, You Will Age Too Fast - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2018 from Leon EdwardAre you getting enough sleep or maybe depriving your body of optimal health as you age People just have not heard about their real need for proper rest as they age. Anti Aging Techniques alone will not optimize a youthful appearance without proper rest. There is nothing we can do about the ...
Views: 3453(7 votes) - Homeopathy - a Gentle Way to Treat Insomnia - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2011 from Ruth KidsonIn the treatment of insomnia, homeopathy has two great advantages over the use of sleeping tablets. First, it has no side effects and, second, it is holistic - it treats the whole patient. This means that, whereas orthodox drugs simply act on the nervous system to induce sleepiness, a ...
Views: 1407(4 votes) - When to Question a Snore - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2010 from Amy Korn-ReavisYour wife or husband tell you they need to go to bed before you or they will never sleep. You know if you are going on a trip you can not share a room with anyone else because they will complain. Do you know when a snore is something you need help for or just annoying? The fact is that no ...
Views: 1253(4 votes) - The Importance of Sleep For Your Memory - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2010 from Danna NorekSleep is as vital to you and I as oxygen, water, and food. An interesting fact to note is that you can actually go longer without food than you can without sleep before it starts to seriously affect your health. In particular, sleep deprivation affects your brain, and it doesn't take very long ...
Views: 2318(10 votes) - Acupuncture Can Beat Insomnia - an Effective Treatment For a Troublesome Problem - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2011 from Ruth KidsonAcupuncture may not be the therapy that immediately springs to mind if you are looking for a cure for insomnia. But it can be very effective. One of the reasons for this is that it is a holistic therapy . . . it treats the whole person, not just the symptoms which he or she is experiencing. ...
Views: 1289(6 votes) - ***Provent: Alternative Solution for Sleep Apnea - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2013 from Josh TalSleep apnea is considered to be one of the most serious sleeping disorders a patient can experience. Unlike other types of sleeping disorders like narcolepsy and insomnia, sleep apnea can be fatal if not addressed correctly. Sleep apnea is a condition characterized by lapses in breathing ...
Views: 1608(1 vote) - 5 Myths About Snoring and Sleep Apnea - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from Steven ParkMany people snore and many snorers also have obstructive sleep apnea. Here are 5 common myths about these two conditions that many people, and even some doctors continue to perpetuate: 1. Sleep apnea occurs only in older, overweight, snoring men with big necks. Although the stereotypical ...
Views: 3083(1 vote) - 5 Sleep Myths Busted - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2011 from Amy Korn-ReavisThere are so many myths about sleep and so many people who believe that the rules apply to everyone but them. The truth of the matter is that our bodies need so much sleep and they are designed to work with our environment. This includes the fact that it is light out during the day and dark at ...
Views: 1360(1 vote) - 5 Tips for Traveling with CPAP - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2013 from Andrew SenskeAs I write this I'm inspired because of the time of year. Spring break is fast approaching and summer is just around the corner - in the northern hemisphere anyway - which means millions of people are beginning to make travel plans. Travel plans for many people include checklists. Checklists to ...
Views: 2872(1 vote) - 6 Things to Do When You're So Stressed You Have Trouble Sleeping - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2009 from Elisabeth KuhnIs stress keeping you awake at night? It may be your pounding heart. Or perhaps your thoughts are racing through your head. No matter. You're tossing and turning, and it doesn't help that you know that come morning, things are going to be even worse if you won't get any sleep. What to ...
Views: 1308(2 votes) - 7 Habits of Highly Successful Sleep Apnea Patients - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2009 from Steven ParkSome patients with sleep apnea do remarkably well, despite all the hurdles and obstacles that arise. Then there are others that procrastinate, or refuse to take any action at all. I've noticed 7 commonalities amongst the ones that do succeed in the end: 1. They take responsibility for their ...
Views: 2801(1 vote) - A Way To Help With Sleep Disorders - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2008 from Gary DickinsonInsomnia Because the circadian rhythm controls the sleep/wake cycle, circadian rhythm disorder often results in insomnia. If there is a pattern to the sleep disturbance, i.e., one consistently wakes up or falls asleep at the wrong time, or if he/she cannot get to sleep at certain times, it is ...
Views: 1288(2 votes) - Adrafinil To Treat Depression, Anxiety And Sleep Disorders - by Submitted on May 17, 2012 from Ziesha SheyWhat is adrafinil? Adrafinil is basically a eugeroic medicine which means a drug that is used to awaken your mind and stimulate your mental function. These drugs are also known as smart drugs in the broadest terms of categorization. Adrafinil olmifon along with awakening the mind has euphoric ...
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