Wondering if a pillow could help you sleep better? The benefits of sleeping with a pillow between your legs. Pillows aren't just for your head. You can use pillows to support yourself below the waist, too. In fact, research suggests placing a pillow between the knees can relieve pain and...
Sleep impacts levels of serotonin, the reduction of which increases the chances of developing depression. Sleep is time for relaxation, rejuvenation and repairing. While you are sleeping, your body is hard at work, repairing the damage caused by harmful agents in the environment. It produces certa...
Over 30% of Americans don’t get enough sleep. They’re easy enough to identify: lethargic, forgetful, and always with a cup of coffee (which perpetuates the cycle of poor sleeping habits), they live among us. We’ve all experienced this brain-power deficit after being sleep deprived, but...
Our bodies need time to rest and repair themselves to stay healthy – sleeping is just one way we can give them the rest they need to stay healthy. With so many potential benefits from getting enough sleep each night, it’s clear that prioritizing sleep should be part of everyone’s daily...
HELPS SLEEP BETTER You may not be able to drift away just by closing your eyes if the room is full of clutter. Your brain is likely to remind you of how mismanaged the room is and this leads to trouble sleeping. Try getting rid of all the clutter in your bedroom before you go to ...
Discusses the importance of sleep according to the Better Sleep Council and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Benefits of sleeping to the body and mind of an individual; Disadvantages of lack of sleep; Estimated number of crashes ea...
But years ago, I tried to neglect this rule, and I still prefer to sleep naked and enjoy many useful benefits of this habit. It lets you stop caring about buying new pajamas and wearing them before you go to sleep. Moreover, sleeping naked helps you sleep better at night and feel ...
By sleeping more and sleeping better, you are going to allow your body to relieve itself of unnecessary stress. As a result, your headaches will subside in a domino effect, which is in turn going to help you, sleep better as well. ...
Better moodA super side-effect of sleeping under weight is that it boosts your body’s serotonin (our “happiness” hormone) production. The increased serotonin from using a weighted blanket at night can add a little more joy to your day. (And keep the harmful effects of not getting enough...
Of course, sleep helps you feel rested each day. But while you’re sleeping, your brain and body don’t just shut down. Internal organs and processes are hard at work throughout the night. Sleep can help you “lock in” everything you’re studying and trying to remember. ...