Tuesday, January 06, 2015
On average, 45 percent of Americans usually make New Year’s resolutions, and one
of the most popular is to sleep more or set a better sleep schedule. Many start
out motivated in January, but find themselves losing steam by February and March.
Set yourself up for success by using an app to help track your progress and keep
yourself motivated when things get tough. Here are some of…
Monday, December 08, 2014
With dropping temperatures and shorter days, it can be hard to feel cheerful and jolly during the cold winter months. If you (or someone you know) seem to drop into a funk you just can’t shake around this time each year, you may be suffering from Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).
SAD is a type of depression that occurs during the changing of seasons each year, usually beginning in the fall,…
Wednesday, November 26, 2014
It may not seem like a big deal if you lose a couple hours of sleep over the weekend. And it’s true: recovering from one night of poor or little sleep isn’t so bad. However, when you’re regularly sleeping less than the recommended amount a night (7-8 hours), things can go downhill fast.
Sleep is a major part of your overall health. Your body needs restorative sleep to clear toxins from the…
Monday, November 24, 2014
Promising to get more sleep each night is a popular New Year’s resolution, but that doesn’t mean you have to wait until January to start. There are many small lifestyle changes that you can make now to improve your sleep habits.
The National Healthy Sleep Awareness Project began in 2013 by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine and the Sleep Research…
Tuesday, November 18, 2014
Individuals with diabetes know the key to keeping their diabetes in check is to stay on top of their blood sugar with frequent monitoring and adjustments. An overlooked component of keeping blood sugar levels in check is to make sure you are getting adequate amounts of sleep.
When you don’t get enough sleep at night, you are building up a “sleep debt” which effects the body in many ways. The…
Monday, November 03, 2014
Sleeping isn’t for the Streets! Help Us Honor Drowsy Driving Prevention Week
Did you know, 100,000 crashes in the U.S. each year are caused by fatigued drivers, and 55 percent of them are under the age of 25? November 2-9 marks Drowsy Driving Prevention Week, sponsored by the National Sleep Foundation. If you will be traveling with your family during the upcoming holiday season, make sure…
Friday, October 31, 2014
How to Deal with Halloween Night Mares and Night Terrors
While Halloween is a favorite holiday amongst children of all ages, it can often be a stressful time for parents. During Halloween season, children can be exposed to scary and sometimes disturbing costumes, causing them to become scared or alarmed. In some cases, this fear can be brought out while a child is sleeping, causing a parasomnia…
Monday, October 27, 2014
Sunday Nov. 2 at 2 a.m. marks the end of Daylight Savings Times and the luxury of gaining back an extra hour of sleep. Many of us can’t wait to spend an extra hour in bed Sunday morning, but make sure you are well prepared for the switch. There are many myths and opinions on how to use this extra hour of sleep, so we’re here to lead you in the right direction. Below are a few common thoughts and…
Tuesday, October 07, 2014
It’s no secret that getting a good night’s sleep helps build both mental and emotional strength. What many don’t realize is that depression and sleep can be closely linked.
Depression affects nearly 20 million people in the United States each year. Depression and sleep can go hand in hand since depression can lead to sleep problems, and the inability to fall asleep can aggravate a depressive…
Thursday, September 25, 2014
Over the last few weeks, our blog has given an in-depth look at the most common tips for getting a good night’s sleep. Iowa Sleep will help you learn what steps you can take to better improve your sleep and the reasons behind each step.
According to the National Sleep Foundation, insomnia affects 30-50 percent of the general population. People with insomnia find it difficult to fall and stay…