If you or your partner have sleep apnea, that likely means one or both of you are waking up and feeling like you barely got a wink of rest. There are many treatments available for this exhausting condition, all depending on its severity, but one in particular may present the most comfortable solution for you and your partner. Lying […]
A look inside the most sleep-deprived careers
If you think you have a hard time sleeping, get in line. How much sleep does the average adult need each night? Seven to nine, according to the National Sleep Foundation. You might have one night here or there when you clock in less than that, but there are professions out there that consistently miss the […]
Does sleep lead to a stronger heart?
You know how important heart health is, and you’re doing everything you can to keep your heart healthy. From limiting alcoholic beverages to hitting the gym and turning down cigarettes, you’ll do what it takes. But did you know that sleep quality can also affect your heart health? A recent study shows that obstructive sleep […]
3 Types of Naps to Better Your Days
Taking a nap at the right time can turn your whole day around, allowing you to fly through your work day in good spirits. The sleep medicine community is pretty much in agreement that naps boost creativity, memory, productivity and moods. Check out the 3 types of naps that Oprah Magazine says you need to add […]
Can you learn in your sleep?
What if you could sharpen the mind simply by sleeping? According to studies outlined in David Robson’s BBC article “Can you learn in your sleep?” you can. Let’s take some time to talk about the definition of sleep learning, as well as the methods used for making it work. What is sleep learning? The concept of sleep learning […]
Sleep-Deprived Leaders are Less Inspiring
Because of unusually demanding schedules, many leaders feel they have to trade sleep time for additional work time. This trade-off of sleep for work can result in unwanted consequences. Inspiring leadership relies on a leader who can inspire people to perform at their peak and do their very best work every day. Leaders who show positive emotions […]
Sleep Smarter Blog: Scents that help you sleep better
There’s a little good in everything. Even if you’re someone who has a hard time going to sleep and you’ve spent one too many days at the office worn out, going on nothing but caffeine and sugar, there’s a silver lining you may be missing. And it’s something much better than being able to watch […]
Can Poor Sleep Cost You Money?
Did you know that poor sleep can cost you money? The Better Sleep Council, a consumer education group, has found that American adults spend more than $5 billion annually, in an attempt to compensate for poor sleep. The amount Americans spend on coffee, soft drinks, and energy drinks is about the same as what presidential […]
Ask Brandon: What am I Getting Out of My Tempur-Pedic?
Your mattress should feel so comfortable that it is an automatic trigger to encourage you to relax and fall asleep. Make sure that your mattress is right for you by lying down for as long as you can in the store before you buy it. It is a very hands-on experience! With that being said, […]
Quitting Bad Habits Might Be as Simple as Sleep
Sleep learning may seem way too futuristic to exist, but researchers at the Weizmann Institute of Science are already putting it to the test. According to their study, specific conditioning can be used as we snooze to change our behavior. Dr. Anat Arzi and his team used 66 volunteers who wanted to quit smoking cigarettes […]