Although we feel safer sleeping in a well-lit neighborhood, light pollution may actually interfere with our circadian rhythm and rob us of high-quality rest. The Western world has associated light with safety for over 100 years. Our streets and neighborhoods are filled with lights that help us to see and prevent danger. In many ways, […]
Aunque nos sintamos más seguros durmiendo en un barrio bien iluminado, la contaminación lumínica puede interferir en nuestro ritmo circadiano y privarnos de un descanso de calidad. El mundo occidental lleva más de 100 años asociando la luz con la seguridad. Nuestras calles y barrios están llenos de luces que nos ayudan a ver y […]
Sleep apnea is a respiratory problem that affects so much more than breathing. The stress on your body from apneic episodes can even increase your risk of death. Snoring is not just annoying for bed partners; it can be deadly as well. Many cases of snoring are caused by sleep apnea, a disorder in which […]
La apnea del sueño es un problema respiratorio que afecta a mucho más que la respiración. El estrés que los episodios de apnea provocan en el organismo puede incluso aumentar el riesgo de muerte. Los ronquidos no sólo son molestos para los compañeros de cama; también pueden ser mortales. Muchos casos de ronquidos están causados […]
While many once went to bed with a book, now numerous people instead fall asleep reading an iPad or other device. This may have negative effects on sleep. Tablets have become a central part of Western life. We watch television shows and movies on them, complete schoolwork on them and even use them to manage […]
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