According to a small study, sleep efficiency may predict the survival time of women with advanced breast cancer. Sleep efficiency is defined as the ratio between how much time a person spends in bed and how much time they spend sleeping. Conducted by researchers from Stanford University, The Huffington Post reports that the study included […]
The dangers of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) should not be taken lightly. Researchers from the University of Sydney have strong evidence that people with moderate to severe OSA have a significantly higher risk of developing cancer, stroke, and face an early death. Published in the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine, the 20-year study included 397 adults, and […]
Sleep quality is just as important as how many hours you tuck in, and sleep disturbances do set you back. Men especially should take note of new research that suggests that sleep disturbances increases their risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. Published in the journal Alzheimer’s & Dementia, the study included more than 1,000 men who […]
Despite our best efforts, a great night of sleep can seem to be just out of reach. As a sleep expert, I am excited to help you make improvements to reach your goals. If you’d like to find out the answer to a question about anything sleep-related, send me an email at AskBrandonJackson@gmail.com. Thank you for […]
Every now and then, it’s normal to fall asleep with the lights on after a hard day. However, a recent study at the Institute of Cancer Research in London suggests that the amount of light in a woman’s bedroom may be associated with obesity. Published in the American Journal of Epidemiology and reported by BBC News, […]
How long did you sleep last night, and how did you feel upon waking up? According to a new study published by the American Heart Association, consistently practicing poor sleep habits could increase your risk for early signs of heart disease, compared to those who report getting the proper amount of good quality snooze. Led […]
The connection between poor sleep and getting sick isn’t just a myth. New research led by the University of California-San Francisco found that getting 6 hours of sleep or less each night is associated with being four times more likely to catch a cold when exposed to the virus, compared to sleeping more than 7 […]
It is no secret that in the customer service industry, the customer is always right and that smiling is a part of the job description. Nonetheless, an intriguing small study was published in the journal Personnel Psychology and it suggests that we should consider the consequences of emotional labor in the workforce as it affects sleep. Emotional labor can […]
Do you know someone who always seems to have endless amounts of energy and be in a great mood? Chances are they are living a healthy life that ties into also helping them sleep better. So what’s their secret? The Huffington Post has revealed what healthy people do before climbing into the bed: They Snack […]
Are you looking forward to your daily afternoon nap brightening your day? New research tells us that enjoying an afternoon nap may not only boost your energy, but it’s linked to reduced blood pressure (BP) levels and fewer hypertension-related medications. Presented at ESC Congress in Greece by cardiologist Dr. Manolis Kallistratos, the prospective study included data […]
