Obstructive sleep apnea is one of the most dangerous sleeping disorders because it involves the sudden disruption of breathing during sleep. While breathing typically resumes within a few seconds and the disruption may not even be noticed by the sleeper, it’s still a serious condition that can adversely affect other bodily functions. New research has […]
The Health Hazards of Oversleeping
There is a vast amount of research that indicates skimping on sleep can negatively affect your health in numerous ways. What scientists are also discovering is that oversleeping may also hinder efforts to lead a healthy and happy life. Understanding the root causes of sleeping too much and the hazards of oversleeping can help you […]
The Five Sleep Cycle Stages Explained
Health-supporting, quality sleep involves five sleep cycle stages that repeat throughout the sleep period. However, in today’s fast-paced, always-connected world, it has become all too common to neglect sleep. We are in the throes of a worldwide “sleeplessness epidemic,” and the outlook is dire: Insufficient sleep and sleep cycle disruption can hold serious consequences for […]
Maintain a Healthy Winter Circadian Rhythm for Better Sleep and Immune Function
The dark days of winter are upon us. As the days grow shorter, it can become more challenging to maintain a healthy winter circadian rhythm. However, doing so will provide lasting benefits for your mental health, sleep patterns, immune system function and energy levels during the coldest and darkest time of the year. Read on […]
How You Can Help Your Circadian Rhythm Fight Disease
A recent study conducted by Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) researchers and published in Genome Research provides an intriguing view into the fundamental mechanics of immune system function. This study supports the idea that optimal immune function may be tightly connected to a healthy circadian rhythm and the sleep-wake cycle. According to the RPI researchers, circadian […]
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