Sleep Well * While the body rests during sleep, the brain remains active. During deep sleep, hormones are made that: * Promote growth and repair cells and tissues * Fight infections * Help the body control hunger * Most healthy adults need between seven and a half to nine hours of sleep per night to […]
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WELL-BEING Weighted blankets have become popular – but do you need one? Weighted blankets are designed to feel very heavy. They are usually filled with glass or plastic pellets that add weight. Some people believe the extra weight can feel like a hug. This may have a calming effect. Before you invest in a weighted
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SELF-CARE CORNER Occasional snoring is often harmless. It may happen when a person has a stuffy nose or is lying on their back. But if you snore every night, talk with a doctor. Long-term snoring can lead to health problems. Sleep suffers Snoring can make you wake up many times during the night. You probably
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SELF-CARE CORNER Almost everyone snores sometimes. But some people snore a lot, and it may be disruptive to their sleep and those around them. Snoring may just be a nuisance, but it could also be a sign of a serious problem. What is snoring? Snoring is the harsh sound made when air vibrates the tissue
SELF-CARE CORNER Do you feel a twitchy, jumpy feeling in your legs when you sit or lie down? Do you have an urge to move your legs when you go to bed at night? If so, you may have restless legs syndrome (RLS). What is RLS? RLS is known as a sleep disorder, although it
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SELF-CARE CORNER If you or a family member sleepwalks, you may know the signs well. It often involves doing some of the following during sleep: * Sitting up * Walking around * Talking * Getting food or eating When a person is sleepwalking, it can be confusing or even frightening for others in the house.
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SELF-CARE CORNER Your habits during the day have a significant influence on how well you sleep. From the moment you open your eyes in the morning, the choices you make determine whether your body will be ready to rest at bedtime. Creating a sleep-minded daily routine will set the stage for a good night’s rest.
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WELL-BEING Dr. Michael Huckabee, professor at the University of Nebraska Medical Center, offers 3 not-so-well-known possible causes: Night cramps A sudden, intense pain in the calf from a muscle spasm can awake you from a dead sleep. Night cramps may occur once a year or less often, but some people have several a night. Dehydration,
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WELL-BEING Do you find your mornings feel rushed and stressful? There are some things you can do to make them better. A few simple steps can help your mornings go more smoothly. Get up at the same time each day. Having a regular wake-up time sets your body’s internal clock. This helps you fall asleep
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WELL-BEING Lack of sleep can affect the body in many ways. Beyond just feeling tired, long-term sleep deprivation may be linked to health problems such as heart disease, obesity and depression. Try these tips to get better sleep each night: *Have a consistent schedule.Get up at the same time each morning and go to bed
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