These daytime hacks can help you sleep better at night When it comes to better sleep, there is often the common misconception that only our bedtime habits determine the outcome of our nighttime sleep. And while this is important, what tends to get overlooked is that our daytime habits can ...
Sometimes life calls and we don't get enough sleep. But five hours ofsleep out of a 24-hour day isn't enough, especially in the long term. According to a 2018 study of more than 10,000 people, the body's ability to function declines if sleep isn't in the seven- to eight-hour r...
Those who cannot live without coffee or tea, go ahead, but without any sugar or any form of sugar. Take a nap in the afternoon It would be better to avoid sleep during study at late night then take a nap in the afternoon. An afternoon nap could play vital role to get rid from ...
A 2016 study found that online therapy could effectively treat insomnia. Participants who received online cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) usually showed significant improvements in sleep quality. These results suggest that virtual sessions can be just as beneficial as face-to-face therapy. Takeawa...
When was the last time you woke up without an alarm, feeling fully rested? Now that we know what negative consequences sleep deprivation can have, let’s explore what it means to sleep well. There are three main components to sleep that you should pay attention to, including: ...
Sleepy eyes can have you looking and feeling exhausted, therefore it’s important to recharge and look after your eyes in order to prevent this. There are many ways to keep your eyes awake and refreshed. Luckily, tired eyes (aka: eye strain), can be treated. If you feel you have tired...
A study presented at the June 2015 SLEEP conference in Seattle suggests that those surrounded by clutter were more likely to have a sleep disorder. What your eyes see when you walk into a room can influence whether or not you’ll have an easy time falling asleep. So, as many of our ...
higher cholesterol levels, developing diabetes and heart problems. A recent Norwegian study concluded that “People who had trouble falling asleep and remaining asleep each night were three times more likely to develop heart failure than those who reported no trouble sleeping.” (European Heart ...
A study was conducted to compare the quality of sleep between teenage boys and girls. The study showed that of participants that were 12 years of age, only 34% slept 8 hours each night! This decreased to 23% by age 14 and 19% at age 16. Overall, boys slept less than girls as teena...
Ideally, brief power naps of around 20 to 30 minutes can be beneficial without making it hard to fall asleep at night. This prevents you from entering deep sleep, ensuring you wake up feeling refreshed rather than groggy. Naps can be good when taken mid-afternoon, typically between 1 and ...