• Chronic Insomnia: Less Brain Gray Matter in Older Adults

    Updated: 2510-01-06 21:00:00
    : skip to main skip to sidebar Friday , January 29, 2010 Chronic Insomnia : Less Brain Gray Matter in Older Adults A new study from The Netherlands examined regional brain volume in people with insomnia The study involved 24 adults with chronic primary insomnia . They were between the ages of 52 and 74 years . Seventeen of them were women . They were compared with 13 people who had no sleep . problems Results show that people with insomnia had a smaller volume of gray matter in the left orbitofrontal cortex . This reduction in gray matter was strongly correlated with the severity of . insomnia The NINDS reports that gray matter” refers to the cerebral cortex . This is where the brain does most of its information processing . The cortex is a layer of tissue with a gray-colored . appearance

  • Relieve childhood insomnia by giving children access to sunlight

    Updated: 2010-10-30 21:06:53
    According to research from the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, a lack of exposure to natural outdoor light is messing with our biorhythms - especially in teenagers. The researchers found that inadequate exposure to morning light results in children performing less well in standardized tests and that early school start times and inferior natural lighting in school buildings are to [...]

  • Snoring and How an Anti-Snoring Device Can Help You Live a Healthier Life

    Updated: 2010-10-30 19:00:53
    Snoring is in most cases attributable to the airways in the throat and nostrils narrowing during sleep. Subsequently, the air flow which is inhaled and blown out should be pushed via a much smaller passageway. This results in the noise that we usually know as snoring; typically due to the loose muscle found within the [...]

  • Prevent insomnia by avoiding that late night curry

    Updated: 2010-10-30 00:57:11
    Whilst reading this run-of-the-mill insomnia advice, we came across a little nugget that we thought we’d share – avoid spicy foods before bedtime. If you really can’t resist, make sure you eat that vindaloo at least two hours before you go to bed. Unfortunately, we can’t offer you any advice for dealing with the ‘morning after’ effects [...]

  • Teens, Sleeping and Eating

    Updated: 2010-10-28 07:18:54
    , , The Insomnia Blog Sleep Doctor Michael Breus , PhD Blog Home Archives Dr . Breus Official Website Official Website Official Website Visit Dr . Breus's official website for more information about sleep and Dr . Breus About Dr . Breus Michael J . Breus , Ph.D . a Clinical Psychologist with a specialty in Sleep Disorders , is one of only 163 psychologists in the world with his credentials and distinction . Dr . Breus is dedicated to informing the public and healthcare communities about sleep disorders and disordered sleep” in a sleep-deprived society . Read the Book Appointments To make an appointment with Dr . Breus in Glendale , AZ , please contact his office www.arrowheadhealth.com You Can Also Find Me Here Power Napping to Win Main October 28, 2010 Teens , Sleeping and Eating

  • Does Sleeping on Your Right Side Prolong Heartburn?

    Updated: 2010-10-27 18:12:37
    A recent New York Times article claims that lying in the right position can ease heartburn. That’s great news for those of us who suffer from chronic heartburn and have difficulty falling asleep as a result. It turns out that heartburn can be controlled not only by avoiding certain foods and drinks, but also by [...]

  • Sleep and Insomnia (Video)

    Updated: 2010-10-27 02:32:38
    How many hours sleep do we really need? 8 hours? 7 hours? Dif you know we are actually paralyzed when we dream? And why we find it ao hard to remember our dreams… Sleep is not just beneficial — it is important for survival. Sleep enables the mind and the body to function normally. But [...]

  • Power Napping to Win

    Updated: 2010-10-26 14:52:13
    , The Insomnia Blog Sleep Doctor Michael Breus , PhD Blog Home Archives Dr . Breus Official Website Official Website Official Website Visit Dr . Breus's official website for more information about sleep and Dr . Breus About Dr . Breus Michael J . Breus , Ph.D . a Clinical Psychologist with a specialty in Sleep Disorders , is one of only 163 psychologists in the world with his credentials and distinction . Dr . Breus is dedicated to informing the public and healthcare communities about sleep disorders and disordered sleep” in a sleep-deprived society . Read the Book Appointments To make an appointment with Dr . Breus in Glendale , AZ , please contact his office www.arrowheadhealth.com You Can Also Find Me Here America Isn’t the Only Place Sleep Deprived Main October 26, 2010 Power Napping

  • At certain points

    Updated: 2010-10-26 02:34:40
    My friends convinced me to do some of their online activities. Unaware of what they are doing online, I just did follow them. And to my surprise, they are only just having games online playing online casino gambling. I don’t know what the procedures are and generously they taught me basics to put me up [...]

  • Insomnia Cookies for College Students

    Updated: 2010-10-24 04:42:39
    skip to main skip to sidebar Saturday , January 2, 2010 Insomnia Cookies for College Students Late nights will be common as college students head back to campus for the winter semester . Whether studying or partying , sleep is often put on . hold Hungry students typically have to choose from the three late-night food groups : pizza , burgers and tacos . But on some campuses a company is delivering cookies and milk for students who crave something different after . dark The idea began in 2003 when some students at the University of Pennsylvania began baking cookies for their friends . Soon other students started . calling So they began delivering late-night cookies and milk across campus . Insomnia Cookies was . born Now the company has expanded to nearly 20 campuses . Cookies and milk are

  • Sleep Apnea – One Among Several Long-Term Sleep Disorders

    Updated: 2010-10-24 02:33:48
    There are actually many categories of chronic sleep disorders. You may be suffering with one or more of them and not beware of it. One of the main indicators of any sleep disorder might be getting up following seven to eight hours of rest and not feeling refreshed or not as attentive as you ought to [...]

  • It takes a special type of mushroom to cure insomnia

    Updated: 2010-10-22 18:13:01
    Ever heard of cordyceps before? Neither had we. Apparently it’s a type of mushroom that’s common in Chinese medicine. Cordyceps are thought to boost your immune and respiratory system, enhance stamina and improve the quality of your sleep. According to an article over at TODAYonline, Rachel Ng suffered from heart palpitations, insomnia and hormonal imbalances since childhood. [...]

  • Sleep Disorders: WellStar Health Connection

    Updated: 2010-10-22 02:35:13
    Sleep is so important to our health, but many of us are not getting the sleep we need due to various sleep disorders such as sleep apnea, insomnia, stress or circadian rhythm disturbances.

  • Is the internet the cause of your insomnia?

    Updated: 2010-10-21 23:11:51
    Let’s hope not – we don’t want to go losing our audience! That being said, according to a study undertaken by the Associated Chamber of Commerce and Industry of India, excessive internet browsing can lead to insomnia – particularly amongst children. No real theory as to why this may be the case is put forward – [...]

  • If your insomnia has you beat, maybe you need to move to Turkey

    Updated: 2010-10-19 19:13:29
    A bit off the wall, this one. Apparently, research undertaken by Philips found that Turks are some of the best sleepers in the world. According to the study, 85% of people in Turkey slept throughout the night without interruption. Unfortunately, no explanation is offered as to why Turks seem to sleep better than the rest of [...]

  • America Isn’t the Only Place Sleep Deprived

    Updated: 2010-10-19 13:52:35
    , The Insomnia Blog Sleep Doctor Michael Breus , PhD Blog Home Archives Dr . Breus Official Website Official Website Official Website Visit Dr . Breus's official website for more information about sleep and Dr . Breus About Dr . Breus Michael J . Breus , Ph.D . a Clinical Psychologist with a specialty in Sleep Disorders , is one of only 163 psychologists in the world with his credentials and distinction . Dr . Breus is dedicated to informing the public and healthcare communities about sleep disorders and disordered sleep” in a sleep-deprived society . Read the Book Appointments To make an appointment with Dr . Breus in Glendale , AZ , please contact his office www.arrowheadhealth.com You Can Also Find Me Here Are You G-Free and Sleep-Free Main October 19, 2010 America Isn’t the Only Place

  • Why a Baby Sleep Schedule is Soooo Important.

    Updated: 2010-10-19 07:36:12
    Having trouble getting baby to sleep? Most new parents try to do the right thing, but find it hard when it comes to baby’s bedtime. Why won’t she sleep? She has a clean diaper, a full tummy and she’s very tired… it almost seems like your baby is fighting sleep even though you know she’s [...]

  • Herbal remedies for insomnia

    Updated: 2010-10-19 00:44:01
    If you’re looking for a natural insomnia cure, you might want to try the following herbal remedies as shared by Helium: Valerian root This is supposed to be one of the most efficient herbal remedies for inducing sleep, but be sure to read our previous blog post: Is valerian an effective insomnia cure? Chamomile Apparently, chamomile is one of the [...]

  • New guidelines for insomnia treatment

    Updated: 2010-10-14 20:06:36
    The British Association for Psychopharmacology (BAP) recently released new guidelines for sleep disorders. These guidelines are intended to act as a comprehensive guide for health professionals managing patients in primary or secondary medical care. You can read the entire statement, or make do with our summary below. The definition of insomnia It was determined that insomnia is defined [...]

  • That leotard you bought in the 80s may help cure your insomnia

    Updated: 2010-10-13 18:40:41
    Exercise such as yoga can relieve insomnia. Now a new study has found that aerobic exercise helps relieve insomnia and improve mood in middle-aged and older adults. The study was undertaken by Northwestern Medicine. The findings are particularly important as around half the population that fits this demographic report chronic insomnia symptoms. So… maybe it’s time to [...]

  • Pain Information and Use

    Updated: 2010-10-13 03:52:14
    Tramadol is a popular medicine which is out in the market place to purchase today. As for information, Tramadol is a centrally-acting analgesic, used in treating moderate to moderately severe pain. This drug has a wide range of applications, including treatment for restless leg syndrome, acid reflux, and fibromyalgia. Many people are aware about the [...]

  • Sleeping pills aren’t a long-term solution for insomnia

    Updated: 2010-10-11 20:49:10
    People think the pills will help – but in fact they can make things worse. I don’t believe everyone is told how addictive they can be. Avoid them if you can. These words come from the mouth of Paula Wynne. She was a solid sleeper until two years ago. After being made redundant and needing surgery, [...]

  • Benefits of Spa Treatments

    Updated: 2010-10-11 03:13:29
    It seems that most people today have busy lifestyles, they tend to forget to take care of them. No matter how busy you are, takes care of your body should always be your priority. With the hectic life many people are stressed and this is a serious problem. Studies have been performed and show that [...]

  • Acupressure offers natural insomnia relief

    Updated: 2010-10-08 04:51:33
    We’ve written before about acupuncture increasing sleep time by three hours. Now, it’s time for acupressure to take the spotlight. According to a new study out of Taiwan, those who received acupressure on the HT7 points of both wrists saw a significant improvement in their insomnia. The researchers also concluded that acupressure on the HT7 points [...]

  • Sleep Paralysis

    Updated: 2010-10-06 20:21:47
    I will never forget my first, and, fortunately, only experience with sleep paralysis. I was about eleven or twelve years old when it happened; I woke up in the middle of the night unable to move. I panicked and wanted to scream, but the words never came out. After a few seconds, something let go [...]

  • Workplace Disability & The Value of Sleep

    Updated: 2010-10-06 18:40:00
    (Source: Sleep Education)

  • Hair Loss Treatment and Therapy

    Updated: 2010-10-05 03:20:10
    Being conscious about health and beauty is natural for us. Lots of us are into this idea to know the best products to use which can make our natural beauty glow. Aside from face or skin to take good care of, you need to value your hair as well. Most of us especially girls are [...]

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