The heat of the summer is upon us. The temperature is rising. Some would say, too hot. It’s all fun and games while you’re swimming in the pool and sipping on your favorite drink soaking up the sun, but then evening falls. A hot bedroom can leave you uncomfortable, disrupting the quality of your sleep, …
Do you toss and turn at night or wake up periodically? Are you too hot or too cold when trying to go to sleep? For most people, the temperature has to be set just right in order to sleep well. If you didn’t know, the thermostat can either make or break your good night’s sleep. …
Drowsiness is one of the main side effects of some antihistamines, such as diphenhydramine, which can be found in Benedryl and doxylamine succinate, which is found in Nyquil. And because of their powerful sedating abilities, antihistamines are also the main ingredients that are found in many over-the-counter sleep aids. But why do antihistamine medications make …
You already know that men and women are different in a lot of ways. One of these ways include sleep habits. As surprising as it may seem, there are many differences between the two sexes when it comes to getting their zzz’s. The amount of sleep that they require and the sleep challenges that they …
Flying across time zones changes our natural day-night cycle or circadian rhythm. Our internal clock becomes out of sync with our current day-night cycle. Our circadian rhythm is disrupted and influences when we sleep and the quantity and the quality of our sleep. In this article, we will discuss several tips to help you get …
Everyone dreams when they sleep, but not everyone recalls their dreams the next day. When it comes to remembering your dreams, everyone is different. Some people show great interest in their dreams and often have vivid ones while other people do not pay very much attention to their dreams at all. Although scientists aren’t sure …
One thing all human beings need is sleep. There’s no denying that fact: We must sleep. But what if you’re one of the many people having trouble falling or staying asleep? According to statistics from the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, an estimated 40 million Americans annually live with chronic sleep disorders, while …
Sleep talking, also known as somniloquy, is a sleep disorder that is characterized by unconscious speech during sleep. This can be spontaneous or can occur in response to someone trying to speak to the sleep talker while they are asleep. Sleep talking can occur during any stage of sleep, but speech is typically more easily …
Sleep is essential for health and well-being, however many adults aren’t getting enough of it. At least 40 million Americans suffer from sleep disorders. Over 60% of adults report having trouble sleeping at least a few nights a week, but most of these problems go undiagnosed and untreated. The amount of sleep varies from person …
Do you toss and turn all night without getting a wink of sleep? Well you’re not alone. With over 75% of adults in America suffering from a sleep disorder, it is not surprising that many people have questions. Sleeping disorders are one of the most common medical complaints in the US. A sleep disorder can …
