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 […]
Mientras que antes muchos se iban a la cama con un libro, ahora mucha gente se duerme leyendo un iPad u otro dispositivo. Esto puede tener efectos negativos sobre el sueño. Las tabletas se han convertido en una parte fundamental de la vida occidental. Vemos programas de televisión y películas en ellas, hacemos los deberes […]
Fibromyalgia, a chronic pain disorder, affects an estimated 4 percent of the population but is poorly understood. A new study has found that low melatonin may be a contributor to this disorder. While most people think of melatonin as a sleep hormone, low melatonin has been linked to a variety of disorders, including disorders involving […]
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