Sleep Well 
It’s fairly common knowledge that smoking tobacco is bad for one’s health. The activity has been linked to numerous types of cancer, heart and lung disease, elevated blood pressure, stroke, and a laundry list of other medical conditions. Now, a new research study published in the 2014 issue of The […]
Have you ever wondered what goes on inside an animal’s mind while it’s asleep? Well, you’re not alone―and the answers may surprise you. In 2001, one of the first definitive studies to explore what animals dream about was published by a team of MIT researchers in the scientific journal, Neuron. […]
It will come as no surprise to most pet owners that dogs and cats love crawling into bed and snuggling up with their people. According to a survey by the American Pet Products Association (APPA), roughly half of all dogs and 62 percent of cats in the U.S. sleep with […]
According to the CDC, the most commonly diagnosed sleep disorders include insomnia, narcolepsy, sleep apnea, and restless leg syndrome. However, doctors and sleep researchers have identified dozens of different sleep disorders that stem from a wide range of factors. Here are some relatively rare sleep-related conditions you may not know […]
According to a recent report published in The Lancet, roughly one-quarter of American adults are not happy with their nightly sleeping patterns, while up to 10 percent may suffer from “full-fledged insomnia”. So, chances are your holiday gift shopping list includes at least one or two insomniacs. Here are some […]
There are measures you can take to get a good night’s rest, but by the same token, there are other activities that negatively affect your ability to sleep. Here are some of the major things to avoid before turning in for the evening. Watch TV, play video games, or surf […]
According to Professor Chris Idzikowski, director of the Sleep Assessment and Advisory Service, the position in which you sleep may be linked to your personality type. The professor and his research team recently conducted a study that analyzed the sleep patterns of 1,000 subjects. Here’s what the study found: The […]
The results are in: napping is awesome. Although we may rebel against naps as children, most adults will attest to the fact that a quick doze during the day is all it takes to stay productive and alert. But according to sleep science, this notion is only half-true. According to […]
It’s a well-established fact that dietary practices ― both good and bad ― impact your sleeping patterns. Here are a few foods that are scientifically proven to help you get some shut-eye. Fish Nutritionists have touted fish oil for years; the substance has been known to assist patients with cardiovascular […]
