Articles written by: Elizabeth Kovar

©istockphoto/NiDerLander

5 Ways to Cook with Pumpkin

Pumpkin is the quintessential fall season emblem. From Jack-O-Lanterns to Pumpkin Spice Latte, the pumpkin craze hit groceries store shelves and bakery glass cases with a vengeance to be known and heard. Luckily, cooking with pumpkin is easier than it looks, especially when using canned pumpkin. From soups to desserts, […]

©istockphoto/4x6

Most Unique Places to Sleep

Have you ever thought of sleeping in a coffin? Or how about sleeping under the moonlight in a tipi? Whatever bed, floor or campground you desire, destinations around the world offer one-of-a-kind places to rest tired eyes, and to push sleepy bodies outside the Hilton’s comfort zone. Get ready to […]

©istockphoto/Moncherie

Accessories for Quality Fall Sleep

With shorter days and longer nights, fall is the perfect season for sleeping between comfortable sheets and warm comforters. Rest your tired eyes and restless body in comfort this fall with top of the line accessories to make every night warm and adventurous. Down Comforter Cooler months are kept warm […]

Fall Sleep Tips: How Season Changes Impact Sleep

Fall Sleep Tips: How Season Changes Impact Sleep

Fall season is here and what better time to snuggle up on the couch with a warm blanket and hot apple cider while admiring the foliage outdoors. The weather change also brings a sleep-altering season. See how the fall affects sleep so you can stay in-tune with your physiology. Longer Nights, […]

6 Methods to Waking up in the Morning

6 Methods to Waking up in the Morning

When the morning alarm rings, most people have the best intentions to arise and kick start the day bright eyed and a bushy tailed. But for most tired eyes, skipping the gym or hitting the snooze button nine times is part of the morning routine. Although there’s no hidden secret […]

Top 6 Places to Sleep in a Teepee

Top 6 Places to Sleep in a Teepee

If hotels and resorts bore you, look for a different experience and sleep in a teepee. Explore ancient living in modern times with tee pees ranging in various styles and designs. But the best aspect is that teepee hotels are located around the world and not limited to the US. […]

Seven Bad Habits to Break for Better Sleep

Seven Bad Habits to Break for Better Sleep

Everyone knows they need good, quality sleep, but most find it difficult and challenging to break their bad habits. Some habits are worse than others, but these habits disturb, disrupt and disorder good quality sleep. Caffeine Consumption There’s no doubt about Americans guzzle more caffeine than any other culture in […]

Petr Malyshev / iStock / thinkstock.com

10 Worst Sleeping Habits

Troubled sleepers may not realize that their subconscious mind holds onto bad habits or improper sleeping behaviors. Say hello to the worst sleeping habits, sleeping patterns, and behaviors. Sleeping on the Stomach Chiropractors and physical therapists would agree that sleeping on the stomach is the worst sleeping position, which is […]

rez-art / iStock / thinkstock.com

Foods that Affect Your Sleep

It’s no secret that diet, exercise and sleep are three pillars that require balance for optimal health. The three work synergistically and to help or hinder one’s health depending on whether one pillar is out of balance. Like the domino effect, when one pillar falls, it gradually affects other pillars. […]

Purestock / thinkstock.com

8 Dangers of Teen Sleep Deprivation

Teenage years are exciting, confusing, yet baffling at the same time. This is also the time where parents begin to worry about their youngster growing up and doing “adult things.” It is important to educate teens on the importance of sleep, as with a lack of it, school, social, and […]