Although there are many commonalities in human sleep, there is also a great deal of variation. The average person needs somewhere between seven and nine hours a night, but we all know outliers. Some people seem to survive on as little as four hours per night without an issue while others need ten hours or […]
Sleep and Migraine: Could Fragmented Sleep Cause Migraine Days Later?
Migraine headaches are somewhat of a medical mystery: After decades of scientific research, doctors still understand very little about the root cause of migraines. However, there are several lifestyle factors that appear to contribute to these debilitating headaches. For some people, it is a certain food; for others, stress causes their pain. According to a […]
Specialized Immune Cells Maintain Brain During Sleep
Although your brain may seem to shut off when you sleep, research has found that it actually remains very active throughout the night. In fact, some of the most vital maintenance work in our brain tissue is performed late at night while we sleep. When we are asleep, immune cells maintain brain tissue and a […]
5 Ways to Maintain a Healthy Circadian Rhythm in 2020
With the new year approaching, many people are looking for ways to make 2020 their best yet. For some, this means a new diet or a new exercise regimen. For others, it means new educational goals or plans to move forward in life in other ways. Regardless of how you plan to make this new […]
Sleep and Osteoporosis: How Lack of Sleep Harms Bone Health in Older Women
Many people suffer from insomnia and other sleep disorders. This can lead to a greater risk for a variety of diseases, from heart disease to different kinds of cancer. Although sleep is important when we are young, it becomes even more important as we age. According to a new study, lack of sleep can also […]
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