Your instincts on how to fight insomnia are probably wrong
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Your instincts on how to fight insomnia are probably wrong

NPR  

Your instincts on how to fight insomnia are probably wrong toggle caption Shirley Chong for NPR Sign up for Life Kit's Guide to Better Sleep, a limited-run newsletter series. There’s no need to take extreme measures to correct a few lost hours of shut-eye, says Dr. Ravi Aysola, a sleep expert and pulmonary critical care doctor at University of California, Los Angeles. Sponsor Message “The best way to protect yourself from a bad night’s sleep is to maintain overall good sleep hygiene,” he says. There’s nothing wrong with that morning latte, but it’s important to exercise restraint, says sleep physician Dr. Seema Khosla, medical director at the North Dakota Center for Sleep. Have your little tipple at least three hours before bedtime and limit yourself to one drink to ensure you don’t mess with your sleep, says Khosla.

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The Art of the Perfect Nap
1 week ago

The Art of the Perfect Nap

Wired  

THIS ARTICLE IS republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons license. Studies suggest that a short nap during this period—ideally followed by bright light exposure—can help counteract fatigue, boost alertness, and improve cognitive function without interfering with nighttime sleep. These “power naps” allow the brain to rest without slipping into deep sleep, making it easier to wake up feeling …

DonŌĆÖt let politics ruin your sleep. Use these expert tips instead
1 week, 4 days ago

DonŌĆÖt let politics ruin your sleep. Use these expert tips instead

CNN  

Summary Political and societal upheavals can disrupt sleep and trigger insomnia in vulnerable individuals, according to sleep experts. Family history of mental health issues, specifically anxiety, is another predisposing factor.ŌĆØ DonŌĆÖt turn to the dark side of insomnia Having an occasional bout of insomnia is common, said sleep specialist Jennifer Mundt, an associate clinical professor of family and preventive medicine …

I'm an endurance athlete who quit caffeine for 30 days - the effect it had on my body went against what I'd been told
5 months, 3 weeks ago

I'm an endurance athlete who quit caffeine for 30 days - the effect it had on my body went against what I'd been told

Daily Mail  

Like millions of Americans, Joel Runyon's days are powered by a healthy dose of caffeine. Joel Runyon, who runs a fitness training and subscription business out of Texas, says on most days, he consumes around 200mg to 600mg of caffeine Your browser does not support iframes. Before the stunt, Runyon, who runs a fitness training and subscription business, consumed around …

Not able to get 7 to 9 hours of sleep every night? Get better sleep with these 5 tips from expert
11 months ago

Not able to get 7 to 9 hours of sleep every night? Get better sleep with these 5 tips from expert

Hindustan Times  

Spending too many nights trying to fall asleep — or worrying there aren’t enough ZZZs in your day? “You need to understand what your body needs and try your hardest to prioritize that and not just see sleep as kind of what’s left over of the day,” said Molly Atwood, an assistant professor of psychiatry and behavioural sciences at Johns …

Seven ways to improve your sleep according to science
1 year ago

Seven ways to improve your sleep according to science

BBC  

Seven ways to improve your sleep according to science Getty Images To celebrate World Sleep Day, here's our science-based guide to getting the best slumber you can – from varying sleep with the seasons to taking inspiration from the past. Slumber in two shifts Today, when people wake up in the middle of the night, it's not unusual to panic …

How dangerous is insomnia? How fear of what it’s doing to your body can wreck your sleep
1 year, 5 months ago

How dangerous is insomnia? How fear of what it’s doing to your body can wreck your sleep

The Hindu  

I have recently seen several patients who were concerned their insomnia symptoms would increase their risk for dementia. The studies would have also included many people without insomnia who are not allowing themselves adequate opportunity for sleep. In other words, we don’t know what proportion of these short-sleepers are simply over-estimating their sleep problems, or restricting their sleep and experiencing …

Too much phone, long daytime naps to high caffeine: Habits that hamper your sleep
1 year, 10 months ago

Too much phone, long daytime naps to high caffeine: Habits that hamper your sleep

India TV News  

Too much phone, long daytime naps to high caffeine: Habits that hamper your sleep A good night's sleep is always very effective in rejuvenating our energy levels, and keeping us healthy. Here are some unhealthy lifestyle habits that negatively affect our sleep routines. The lifestyle of today has made the sleep routine of many suffer and that has drastically affected …

5 Strategies to Optimise Sleep and Productivity
2 years ago

5 Strategies to Optimise Sleep and Productivity

News 18  

We all want to know the key to being very productive, but in our quest, we compromise the most crucial productivity practice – a good night’s sleep. To get quality sleep and show up with executive presence, follow these five easy strategies: First, put your thoughts “to bed” Many professionals regularly experience anxiety when sleeping, their minds racing with several …

Follow These Tips to Avoid Sleep Deprivation
2 years, 1 month ago

Follow These Tips to Avoid Sleep Deprivation

News 18  

A good night’s sleep is essential for a healthy living. Further, if you are ailing with heart disease, a good night’s sleep is crucial for you. However, caffeine drinks like tea and coffee stimulate your nervous system when consumed late in the day and prevent your body from properly resting at night. It’s indeed a vicious cycle when you sleep …

The 5-Minute Habits That Help Sleep Experts Fall Asleep Faster
2 years, 2 months ago

The 5-Minute Habits That Help Sleep Experts Fall Asleep Faster

Huff Post  

miniseries via Getty Images If you're looking to fall asleep fast, these expert-backed sleep tips are for you. “There are many elements that contribute to sleep onset and what works for one person may not work for the next, but the key is to find those elements that work for you and make an effort to maintain them at bedtime.” …

Caffeine, Alcohol to Increased gadget use: Reasons you are unable to sleep
2 years, 3 months ago

Caffeine, Alcohol to Increased gadget use: Reasons you are unable to sleep

India TV News  

Over the past couple of years, many of us have struggled with sleep due to stress and other challenges amid the Covid-19 pandemic. While increased dependency on gadgets after the pandemic has been seen to impact sleep patterns, psychological disorders like anxiety and depression among others also contribute to sleep problems. If the sleep-related issues persist for days and are …

5 Proven Hacks To Help Improve Quality Of Your Sleep
2 years, 3 months ago

5 Proven Hacks To Help Improve Quality Of Your Sleep

News 18  

Ever found yourself dreaming about a relaxing good night’s sleep? Here are 5 proven tips that can help you finally have that sleep of your dreams: Put A Stop To CaffeineIt might sound like a no brainer but the amount of people who consume caffeine before bed is astonishing. In fact, a study has found that taking a moderate dose …

Unable to have a good night's sleep? Here are 5 natural ways to shun insomnia
2 years, 4 months ago

Unable to have a good night's sleep? Here are 5 natural ways to shun insomnia

Firstpost  

While it can be resolved through a few natural remedies, if you experience insomnia very often then you must consult a doctor Being part of the metropolitan city and living amidst the hustle and bustle of urban life, may give a boost to your desired career, but it surely comes with its own downsides. Just imagine that you crawl into …

5 Common Morning Habits That Actually Ruin Your Sleep
2 years, 9 months ago

5 Common Morning Habits That Actually Ruin Your Sleep

Huff Post  

Getting enough sleep is critical for physical and emotional well-being, but so many people fall short. An irregular sleep schedule can also increase your risk of what experts call “social jet lag” — basically, the discrepancy between your body’s natural sleep schedule and your social schedule, which throws off the midpoint of your sleep and has been linked to health …

Not Able to Get Good Night's Sleep? Here are 10 Things That Will Help You
3 years, 2 months ago

Not Able to Get Good Night's Sleep? Here are 10 Things That Will Help You

News 18  

Sleep deprivation can be a root cause of many health illnesses. If you don’t take enough sleep, you might experience irritation, frustration, increased hunger, fatigue as well as ailments like heart diseases, type 2 diabetes, and high blood pressure. People struggle to get a good night’s sleep, which is at least 7 to 8 hours, either because they have trouble …

How to have the best sleep of your life, writes DR KARAN RAJ
3 years, 8 months ago

How to have the best sleep of your life, writes DR KARAN RAJ

Daily Mail  

NHS surgeon Dr Karan Raj is a social media star with 4 million TikTok followers Do you lie in bed at night tossing and turning, plagued with anxiety as the day ahead edges ever nearer? Eat a varied, high-fibre diet with plenty of gut-friendly foods like cultured yoghurt, fermented products, fruit and vegetables RESIST THOSE ‘SLEEP-INDUCING’ FOODS We’ve all heard …

How much sleep do you need? REM, routines, curing insomnia and more
4 years, 1 month ago

How much sleep do you need? REM, routines, curing insomnia and more

The Independent  

Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about …

9 Things Sleep Doctors Would Never Do At Night Before Going To Bed
4 years, 4 months ago

9 Things Sleep Doctors Would Never Do At Night Before Going To Bed

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING But for many people, logging a full night’s rest can be a challenge. Many people try to exercise at night with the goal of ‘wearing themselves out,’ but are inadvertently making it harder for themselves to fall asleep.” ― Stacey Gunn, sleep medicine physician at the Insomnia and Sleep Institute of Arizona Adene Sanchez via Getty Images …

How to Deal with Insomnia and Finally Get a Good Night's Sleep
4 years, 6 months ago

How to Deal with Insomnia and Finally Get a Good Night's Sleep

News 18  

If you try hard to sleep every night but are either unable to fall or stay asleep, then you could be suffering from insomnia. Chronic insomnia is seen in people who have difficulty falling asleep or maintaining sleep for at least one month. An article posted in the book Current Opinion in Pulmonary Medicine stated that mindfulness-based therapy for insomnia …

When does insomnia become chronic — and how do you treat it?
4 years, 8 months ago

When does insomnia become chronic — and how do you treat it?

ABC  

Any of y’all cowards even like sleep? Insomnia is putting the wrong key in your front door because you haven’t slept for a few days and it getting stuck and you having an emotional breakdown because your dog can hear you but doesn’t understand why you’re not opening the door and they’re crying and you’re crying and then your mum …

Mixing less than 6 hours of sleep with chronic disease is deadly combo
5 years, 5 months ago

Mixing less than 6 hours of sleep with chronic disease is deadly combo

CNN  

CNN — If you’re a middle-aged adult with high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes or existing heart disease and you typically sleep less than six hours each night, you could be setting yourself up for cancer or an early death from heart disease. Risk factors + poor sleep = higher risk of death The new study, published Wednesday in the …

Coffee or tea before bed does not disrupt sleep, study finds
5 years, 5 months ago

Coffee or tea before bed does not disrupt sleep, study finds

The Independent  

Sign up to our free Living Well email for advice on living a happier, healthier and longer life Live your life healthier and happier with our free weekly Living Well newsletter Live your life healthier and happier with our free weekly Living Well newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. …

How To Fall Asleep: These Daytime Habits Will Help : Shots
6 years ago

How To Fall Asleep: These Daytime Habits Will Help : Shots

NPR  

5 tips to help you reset after the daylight saving time change toggle caption Olivia Sun/NPR This story was originally published on March 20, 2019, and has been updated. Enlarge this image Olivia Sun/NPR Olivia Sun/NPR Even if you think you're one of those people who can drink coffee after dinner and sleep just fine, you're probably a little wrong. …

Jessica Sepel six changes to help you get a good night's rest every time
6 years, 3 months ago

Jessica Sepel six changes to help you get a good night's rest every time

Daily Mail  

As life gets busier, many people struggle to fall asleep as they spend hours tossing and turning between the sheets. Here, Australian nutritionist Jessica Sepel revealed the six tricks that will help restore your natural capacity for a deep night's sleep every time. Australian nutritionist Jessica Sepel revealed the six tricks that will help restore your natural capacity for a …

Dear leader, you know you need more sleep
6 years, 4 months ago

Dear leader, you know you need more sleep

Live Mint  

As Shakespeare noted, “Uneasy lies the head that wears a crown.” In contemporary language, the work of a leader is never done. I usually sleep about four hours per night.” These examples are merely the tip of the iceberg; systematic research indicates that sleep deprivation is very common among leaders. When leaders trade away sleep in order to work more, …

14 of the biggest sleep myths debunked
6 years, 5 months ago

14 of the biggest sleep myths debunked

The Independent  

Sign up to our free Living Well email for advice on living a happier, healthier and longer life Live your life healthier and happier with our free weekly Living Well newsletter Live your life healthier and happier with our free weekly Living Well newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. …

Sleep myths: Experts debunk common advice for sleep problems
6 years, 6 months ago

Sleep myths: Experts debunk common advice for sleep problems

ABC  

Getting enough shut-eye is one of the best things we can do for our health. Myth 2: Switching off screens just before bed will solve sleep problems Blue light emitted by mobile, laptop and tablet devices can keep you awake. The signs of sleep deprivation and how to get better bedtime habits Photo shows A black dog yawns in front …

Dr Carmel Harrington reveals the sleep mistakes we're all making
6 years, 10 months ago

Dr Carmel Harrington reveals the sleep mistakes we're all making

Daily Mail  

A blissful and restorative night's slumber can leave you feeling as though you can take on the world. Australian sleep expert Dr Carmel Harrington said if you want the most restful night's sleep possible you need to make sure your body, and mind, is properly primed. Australian sleep expert Dr Carmel Harrington if you want to get the most restful …

Here's What Health Experts Do When They Can't Sleep
7 years, 2 months ago

Here's What Health Experts Do When They Can't Sleep

Huff Post  

Catherine Delahaye/Getty Images They picture this instead of sheep If you find yourself unable to sleep, first, think of a word, says Robert Rosenberg, a doctor of osteopathic medicine who is a board-certified sleep-medicine physician and author of The Doctor’s Guide to Sleep Solutions for Stress & Anxiety. James Woodson/Getty Images They follow the two-hour rule for writing You’ve probably …

Is caffeine causing your sleeplessness?
7 years, 5 months ago

Is caffeine causing your sleeplessness?

Huff Post  

depositphotos-Wavebreakmedia What you need to know about caffeine We all have our favorite caffeine vehicles—yours might be a thick, foamy espresso or a strong cup of Earl Gray tea, or chocolate! One way or another, many people feel like they need caffeine on a daily basis—an estimated 80 percent of American adults consume caffeine in one form or another every …

How sleeping less could severely damage your brain
7 years, 7 months ago

How sleeping less could severely damage your brain

Deccan Chronicle  

Are you getting less that six hours a sleep a night? Now, researchers from Quebec-based digital health company Medisys have found it can severely damage the brain, the Daily Mail reported. People who habitually get less than six hours of sleep a night, may not even be aware of the damaging health effects occurring in their brain. While getting less …

Sleep Deprivation Is Killing You And Your Career
8 years, 6 months ago

Sleep Deprivation Is Killing You And Your Career

Huff Post  

The next time you tell yourself that you'll sleep when you're dead, realize that you're making a decision that can make that day come much sooner. So when you don't get enough sleep, the toxic proteins remain in your brain cells, wreaking havoc by impairing your ability to think--something no amount of caffeine can fix. Avoid Blue Light at Night …

Drinking caffeine has little to no benefit after three nights of poor sleep
8 years, 9 months ago

Drinking caffeine has little to no benefit after three nights of poor sleep

Hindustan Times  

Caffeine is known for its effects as a stimulant, boosting levels of alertness and concentration. However, new American research suggests that caffeine may no longer be beneficial after three nights of just five hours’ sleep. Coffee may lose pick-me-up effect after three nights’ of just five hours’ sleep, says new study. In fact, the scientists found that after three nights …

Insomnia sufferers should sleep LATER according to US scientists
8 years, 9 months ago

Insomnia sufferers should sleep LATER according to US scientists

Daily Mail  

used by scientists as part of cognitive behavioural therapy Choosing to stay awake instead of laying bed attempting to sleep is a tactic used in cognitive behavioural therapy to treat insomnia For many insomniacs, getting an early night seems like the best thing to do. Choosing to stay awake instead of laying in bed attempting to fall asleep is a …

Simple steps to get good night sleep[1]- Chinadaily.com.cn
8 years, 9 months ago

Simple steps to get good night sleep[1]- Chinadaily.com.cn

China Daily  

A US-based expert suggests regular wake-up time and lifestyle changes to handle insomnia, Liu Zhihua reports. About 5 to 15 percent of people have significant insomnia worldwide, with depression, such anxiety disorders as obsessive compulsive behavior, and sleep apnea being the most common causes, he says. In fact, having a regular wake-up time is more crucial than having a regular …

Simple steps to get good night sleep[1]- Chinadaily.com.cn
8 years, 9 months ago

Simple steps to get good night sleep[1]- Chinadaily.com.cn

China Daily  

A US-based expert suggests regular wake-up time and lifestyle changes to handle insomnia, Liu Zhihua reports. About 5 to 15 percent of people have significant insomnia worldwide, with depression, such anxiety disorders as obsessive compulsive behavior, and sleep apnea being the most common causes, he says. In fact, having a regular wake-up time is more crucial than having a regular …

Five ways to get a better night's sleep
9 years, 1 month ago

Five ways to get a better night's sleep

The Independent  

Sign up to our free Living Well email for advice on living a happier, healthier and longer life Live your life healthier and happier with our free weekly Living Well newsletter Live your life healthier and happier with our free weekly Living Well newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. …

Cure for insomnia: The secret to better sleep may be staying awake
9 years, 5 months ago

Cure for insomnia: The secret to better sleep may be staying awake

The Independent  

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What your sleep patterns say about your health
9 years, 6 months ago

What your sleep patterns say about your health

CNN  

Editor’s Note: Vital Signs is a monthly program bringing viewers health stories from around the world. Story highlights Experts say a frequent desire to nap or sleep late could be a sign of a health problem Sleeping in over the weekend could lead to "social jet lag" One to two weeks should be enough time to catch up on lost …

What your sleep patterns say about your health
9 years, 6 months ago

What your sleep patterns say about your health

CNN  

Editor’s Note: Vital Signs is a monthly program bringing viewers health stories from around the world. Story highlights Experts say a frequent desire to nap or sleep late could be a sign of a health problem Sleeping in over the weekend could lead to "social jet lag" One to two weeks should be enough time to catch up on lost …

The science behind surviving the day after a sleepless night revealed
9 years, 8 months ago

The science behind surviving the day after a sleepless night revealed

Daily Mail  

Video also suggests avoiding the snooze button, having just one cup of coffee in the morning and tackling the toughest jobs at work first They include eating within an hour of waking up and getting sunlight The day after a sleepless night can seem to last forever. Coffee drinkers should only get a single cup of their brew in the …

To Beat Insomnia, Try Therapy For The Underlying Cause Instead Of Pills
9 years, 9 months ago

To Beat Insomnia, Try Therapy For The Underlying Cause Instead Of Pills

NPR  

To Beat Insomnia, Try Therapy For The Underlying Cause Instead Of Pills Enlarge this image Ikon Images/Corbis Ikon Images/Corbis Lots of people say they have trouble sleeping. Evidence that cognitive behavioral therapy — a form of talk therapy that focuses on changing how a person reacts to specific situations — can help people with chronically bad sleep has been growing …

New Details on Caffeine's Sleep-Disrupting Effects
11 years, 3 months ago

New Details on Caffeine's Sleep-Disrupting Effects

Huff Post  

You hear it all the time when it comes to sleep: Don't drink caffeine too late in the day. Researchers at Michigan's Henry Ford Hospital's Sleep Disorders & Research Center and Wayne State College of Medicine analyzed the sleep-disruptive effects of caffeine consumption at different lengths of time before bedtime. They found significant disruptions to sleep as a result of …

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