Sleep

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How to Sleep Sweat-free During Summer Nights

Summertime is near and that means warmer nights and sleepless, yet tired, eyes. Many people have issues while sleeping in warm or extremely hot conditions, but not to fear, there are plenty of ways to stay cool so you can catch your zzz’s. The next time you need to chill […]

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Sleep and Weight Control

It’s commonly misunderstood that weight loss and weight maintenance are only controlled through diet and exercise. Unfortunately, there’s more to weight loss than what’s put into the mouth, and that includes obtaining healthy, good sleep. If you are unaware on how sleep affects weight control, get ready to snuggle between […]

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What Every Body Needs to Know about Sleep

Americans persistently hear why the body needs sleep, but many bodies do not understand the role or purpose of sleep. The most important aspect to understand is that sleeping is a natural biological process and no stimulant or modern day gimmick can replace sleep. Researchers continually seek the true reason […]

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9 Tips for Cold Sleepers

Raise your hand if you’ve ever had a tough time falling asleep because you were simply too cold. Whether you live in a drafty house, reside in an area with long winters, or are just one of those people who are cold all the time, you know that feeling cold […]

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Vitamins and Minerals that Promote Healthy Sleep

Many bodily disorders are easily treated through lifestyle changes such as incorporating a healthy diet. But many people fail to realize that sleep issues often derive from, or a part of, a lack of nutrients or vitamins in the body. When the body has a lack of nutrients either dis-ease […]

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6 Tips for Healthful, Happy Napping

  Naps…oh yea. We hated them as kids, and now as adults, we long for them. Getting a quick afternoon snooze in between crazy schedules can be beneficial to your health and productivity, but creating a proper routine is important to keep your internal clock ticking just right. Here are […]

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6 Tips to Get Good Sleep While Camping

Bunking up outdoors in a tent soon? All because you’re roughing it in nature doesn’t mean you need to sacrifice a good night’s sleep. Here are 6 tips for getting adequate rest while camping. Get the Right Sleeping Bag First, identify the kind of sleeper you are. Do you sleep […]

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How to Avoid Getting Nightmares

Some nightmares occur due to poor lifestyle or when a traumatic event occurs such as a death, accident, or illness. Various prescriptions or medications such as anti-depressants or malaria pills may cause hallucinogenic dreams or nightmares. Those who suffer from depression, anxiety, or PTSD often find themselves with these terrible […]

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How to Keep a Dream Journal

For those who are in-tune with their dreams know that there is a message behind their dreamlike vision, thought, or emotion. A dream journal is an insight to your inner world and allows a person to analyze recurrent patterns or aspects of life that require interpretation. Maintaining a dream journal […]

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7 Ways to Naturally Fall Asleep Faster

Getting a good night’s sleep is crucial in getting in a good day’s work. But how come, every day when the sun goes down you can feel your tired muscles aching, but when it’s time for bed you just stare at the ceiling. Well turns out, the body is a […]