Monday, February 29, 2016
One of the most commonly accepted signs of a sleep apnea is the feeling of being constantly tired. But, just because you feel sleepy throughout the day
doesn’t necessarily mean you have a sleep apnea. There are many other sleep or lifestyle habits that could be inhibiting your ability to sleep well
at night. While this collection is in no way all-encompassing, we’ve put together a list of…
Monday, February 22, 2016
While it might not seem obvious, keeping your heart healthy and sleeping the recommended amount each night go hand-in-hand. Besides the regular wellness
benefits of a good night’s rest, sleep also helps strengthen your immune system, fights inflammation and keeps your heart and blood working smoothly.
Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and
women – more than…
Monday, February 15, 2016
As Iowans, we are no stranger to seeing presidential hopefuls eat a variety of fried foods at the State Fair, have a cup of coffee at Smokey Row or search
for the best tenderloin in the city. Many joke that the way to the White House starts in Iowa. But, spending so much time on the road, sometimes up
to weeks at time, can be tiring for even the most seasoned road warrior. Here are some…
Monday, February 08, 2016
More than 18 million American adults have sleep apnea, but many more let it go untreated. Last week, we discussed what happens when OSA goes untreated on our blog, and the health concerns that can arise if
it is left untreated. Like many other health issues, the risks associated with this sleep problem significantly decrease when it is treated.
There are multiple ways to treat sleep…
Monday, February 01, 2016
Obstructive sleep apnea, otherwise referred to as OSA, is a sleep-related breathing disorder that involves a decrease or complete halt in airflow,
despite an ongoing effort to breathe. While sleep apnea affects more men than women, anyone can experience OSA. Learn more about the different types of OSA.
During sleep, breathing pauses can last from a few seconds to minutes long, and…
Monday, January 25, 2016
Getting ready for bed each night should be something you look forward to after a long day. But for many people, getting ready for bed means tossing
and turning while sleep eludes them. In fact, 48 percent of Americans report occasional insomnia, while 22 percent experience insomnia every, or
almost every night, and women are twice more likely to experience insomnia than men.…
Monday, January 18, 2016
Many things have changed as time has progressed – technology, fashion and lifestyles. But one thing that has stuck around is sleep. No matter what
else changes, our bodies need sleep to keep us functioning at our highest level. While we sleep, our bodies repair themselves, preserve memories
and clean out the brain for the next day. Although the need for quality sleep each…
Monday, January 04, 2016
Who knew, right? If your New Year’s resolution is get back into shape and maybe lose a few of those extra pounds in the process, the simple act of
sleeping more can help aid in your weight loss and fitness journey. Sleep does more than just energize you for the day – it also does a multitude
of other things, like:
Allows muscles to repair themselves – When you sleep, the…
Monday, December 28, 2015
From young children to students to adults, our days are busy, stressful and, quite frankly, tiring! The need (or requirement) to be accessible and
plugged in 24/7 is taking a toll on our sleeping habits, making it harder to fall or stay asleep.
Many electronics, like TVs, tablets, computers and phones emit a blue light that disrupts our body’s natural sleep cycle, keeping us awake…
Monday, December 21, 2015
We’ve all seen it in the movies. A sleeping character is suddenly standing up and walking around while sound asleep. The character is sleepwalking,
and when they awake, they usually have no clue what they had been doing. While it may seem like something for the movies, sleepwalking affects
anywhere between 1-15 percent of the U.S. population each year.
About sleepwalking
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