More Zzz’s…Less Sneeze!

Isn’t it amazing that the amount of quality sleep we get can really affect whether we get a cold or not.
The bottom line is, researchers don’t know why less sleep makes people more prone to colds, but believe it affects the immune system.
A new study suggests that people who lose just a bit of sleep, [...]

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Alternate Nostril Breathing for Sleep Enhancement

A very relaxing breathing and sleep-inducing technique is called Alternate Nostril Breathing. Essentially you will be breathing in one nostril and exhaling out the other, and then inhaling in the second nostril and exhaling out of the first. To begin, place the index and middle finger of your left hand on the bridge [...]

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Am I Affected by Sleep Apnea?

How do I know if I have sleep apnea?
Obstructive sleep apnea is where your breathing actually stops for a brief period of time – anywhere from 10 seconds to a minute. The initial culprits that trigger the onset of sleep apnea are weight gain, aging, and lose of muscle tone, though this can also occur [...]

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What Causes YOUR Insomnia?

Maybe it’s time to give thought to what is causing your sleepless nights; your challenged sleep; your insomnia!

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