Many people make one of their resolutions at the New Year to drink less or cut out alcohol from their diet entirely. How can this help your sleep and overall health? Alcohol is a sedative and is known to slow down brain functions, which can lead to feeling relaxed and sleepy. The problem is that …
This Thanksgiving, we have so much to be thankful for! One of the best parts of the holiday season is giving back to our customers. We usually do a fun giveaway for followers on our social media accounts. This year, we decided to do something a little different. We recently had the chance to work …
Are carbs good or are they bad? That question has a complex answer. There are different types of carbs, and when metabolized in the body, they cause different reactions. Simple carbohydrates get processed into simple sugars, which provides a quick burst of energy or the feeling of being full, but that feeling usually fades quickly. …
With Halloween approaching, it’s hard to avoid taking a walk down the candy aisle at the grocery store to see what kind of goodies are on sale for the event. Even if you aren’t trick or treating with your kids or providing candy at your front door, it takes a strong will not to take …
Do you ever find yourself having that 2:00 in the afternoon thought that you just can’t make it through the rest of the day without a cup of coffee or a Coke? Maybe you drink energy drinks throughout the day to find the energy you need? Do you drink black or green tea before bed …
Whether you take prescription medication, over the counter medication, or supplements daily, some sleep problems may be related to side effects of those medications. While some medications may make you drowsy, especially things labeled as “night time” such as NyQuil or Tylenol PM, others may be the cause of symptoms of sleep disorders or insomnia. …
Melatonin is the body’s natural sleep hormone, which is produced when the eye sends signals to the brain to let it know that it’s dark and time to go to bed. Since melatonin is a naturally occurring chemical in the brain, many things can affect its output. We have discussed how melatonin is affected by …
If you have trouble sleeping, you may think that you have insomnia, but insomnia is often much more complicated than not being able to fall asleep easily. In fact, there are different types of insomnia, and the diagnosing process is different depending on your age and level of symptoms you’re experiencing. Chronic insomnia disorder is …
When your doctor tells you to exercise regularly, you probably assume they mean you need to become a marathon runner or professional weightlifter. In reality, they just mean actively moving for a certain amount of time every day. This can range anywhere from 15-60 minutes a day depending on your age, gender, and overall health. …
A healthy diet is important for a healthy life, but proper nutrition makes a huge impact on how well you sleep. We already know that maintaining a healthy sleep schedule can help prevent heart disease, obesity, and many behavioral disorders and mental illnesses. So how can you make sure you’re getting the best foods to …
