Sleep apnea is a sleep disorder characterized by frequent pauses in breathing during sleep. Three types of sleep apnea exist: central, obstructive and mixed. Obstructive is the most common, resulting from over-relaxation of throat muscles, causing the windpipe to collapse and block the airway. Treatments for sleep apnea range from simple lifestyle changes to surgery. [...]
There are millions who work the non-traditional employment hours. Some choose to work outside the normal 8 to 5 block as a benefit to their family, for a more flexible lifestyle and even because they find themselves more of a night owl than not.
So what are you supposed to do about restorative sleep if you [...]
Everyone needs sleep because lack of sleep can affect our health and wellbeing. Some people spend enough time in bed, but their sleep is not refreshing. And while occasional restless nights are often normal, prolonged insomnia can interfere with daytime function, and may impair concentration, diminish memory, and increase the risk of substance abuse, motor [...]
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Many people feel that sleep is a waste of time. They have busy lives with work and families so they try to squeeze every minute out of every day. They finally surrender to sleep when they are absolutely exhausted. The problem they are not recognizing is that when you are sleep deprived, [...]
The following are some statistics showing the growing trend of sleep related problems in USA alone and other places.
>Sleep problems are reaching epidemic proportions, estimated to be #1 health-related problem in USA according to CNN, May 1997.
> Lack of sleep can lead to fatigue, high blood pressure, heart disease, depression etc.
> 30-40%25 of heavy truck [...]
As you might well know, sleep is a physiological need in order for the body to function well. Enough sleep is needed in order to focus and concentrate more. That is why having sufficient sleep is essential to working effectively during the day. A person usually needs about eight to nine hours a day. Extensive [...]
Rapid eye movement behavioral disorder, or RBD sleep disorders, is a relatively new condition which wasn’t diagnosed until 1986 and was brought to light by an individual by the name of Schenck as well as Schenck’s associates. This sleep disorder has psychiatric overtones related to it and some general information relating to RBD sleep disorders [...]
The 3 Shocking MYTHS About Sleep That You Don’t KnowAbout – Which Are Depriving You of Your Life Energy.
MYTH 1 ) “If you sleep longer, you’ll be more awake and have more energy in your life”TRUTH: Sleeping Longer ROBS You of Energy and Damages your Sleeping System.There are several reasons why sleeping longer damages your [...]
Power Sleeping starts with Understanding Sleep
Most people may not realize it but getting proper sleep involves a complex process which not only energizes the body but also promotes healingstrengthens the immune system. There are a lot of myths and misconceptions regarding sleep but with a proper understanding of the inner sleep system you can dramatically [...]
Power Sleeping – Are your Naps Robbing you of Energy?
To nap or not to nap? That is the question. There seem to be arguments on both sides of the question of whether napping is beneficial. The simple answer is that naps can be very effective for increasing energy levels when one has a proper understanding [...]
