September is World Alzheimer's Month! World Alzheimer's Month started back in September 2012. According to Alzheimer's Disease International, originally there was only World Alzheimer's Day, which is on September 21 each year. The month was created to enable all Alzheimer associations worldwide to … Read more about Alzheimer’s Awareness Events In Your Area
How a Lack of Sleep Affects Learning
Most Students Need More Sleep Many factors contribute to why students are sleep-deprived. Biology and technology, including social media, all create the perfect storm to spoil sleep for students. When sleep-deprived, your focus and … Read more about How a Lack of Sleep Affects Learning
Sleepy Sunshine
The sunshine doesn't only bring happiness; it also brings sleepiness! Everyone knows that laying in the sun for too long can harm your skin, but the right amount can lift your mood. Healthline states that exposure to sunlight increases the brain's release of a hormone called serotonin. Serotonin … Read more about Sleepy Sunshine
Stress & Sleep
Understanding Stress Everyone gets stressed out, and everyone sleeps, but did you know there is a strong relationship between the two? Stress can directly affect the amount of sleep you get and vice versa. The Sleep Foundation states that stress falls into 3 categories: acute stress, episodic … Read more about Stress & Sleep
Why You Should Love Your Sleep
Treat yourself this Valentine's Day to some much-needed sleep Think of this moment: you’re snuggled up in bed, it's the perfect temperature in your room for sleeping, and your body wakes you up at 6 am since that’s the time you normally wake up during the week. You turn to look at your phone and … Read more about Why You Should Love Your Sleep
Why Dry January is Good for Your Health
Time to Cleanse What is Dry January? According to Healthline, t's kicking off the new year by cutting alcohol for an entire month. It's a trend that's gaining popularity each year. Alcohol Change UK founded Dry January in 2013. They started with 4,000 people that year and grew to 4 … Read more about Why Dry January is Good for Your Health
Make Sleep Your Priority in the New Year
Quality sleep will help you achieve your New Year's resolutions! The New Year's resolutions routine is similar for most people every year. You make a list of goals, start the year out strong in working on completing them, then Valentine's Day hits, and those goals begin to take a back seat. … Read more about Make Sleep Your Priority in the New Year
Sleep Tips to Help Avoid Becoming a Grinch This Holiday Season
Don't Be a Mean One Like the Grinch During the Holidays The holiday season is a hectic time for everyone. Whether you’re decorating for the holidays, buying presents for your family and friends, or trying to plan and cook that perfect holiday meal, enough is going on to make anyone turn … Read more about Sleep Tips to Help Avoid Becoming a Grinch This Holiday Season
Pumpkin Seeds and Sleep
What's so great about pumpkin seeds? Everything! Pumpkin seeds are a delicious and healthy snack. They are also a common ingredient in Mexican cuisine. You may know them as pepitas, which is Spanish for "little seed of squash." Pumpkin seeds might be tiny but packed with so … Read more about Pumpkin Seeds and Sleep
Indoor Plants That Help You Sleep
Not only are indoor plants great decor for your home, but some of them can also help you sleep better Getting a restful night’s sleep is so important to your overall health. It keeps you feeling alert and focused throughout the day while also keeping you happy. Having some indoor plants in … Read more about Indoor Plants That Help You Sleep
Back to School Sleep
Whether you or your children have school online or in person, it’s so important to get sleep schedules back on track for the fall. Most schedules go out the window during the summertime, especially sleep schedules. The days are longer, schools out, and most people go on vacation. Getting your … Read more about Back to School Sleep
How to Get the Best Summer Sleep
Hot summer nights may affect your sleep more than you realize. The heat can make it uncomfortable and challenging to get adequate sleep. It is vital to your overall health to get the correct amount of sleep your body needs every night, which is between 7-9 hours for adults. The Sleep Doctor, … Read more about How to Get the Best Summer Sleep
