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  • Researchers identify a potential new risk for sleep apnea: Asthma

    Your Guide to Healthy Sleep
    20 May 2013 | 7:30 am
    Researchers at the University of Wisconsin have identified a potential new risk factor for obstructive sleep apnea: asthma. Using data from the National Institutes of Health (Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute)-funded Wisconsin Sleep Cohort Study, which has been following approximately 1,500 people since 1988, researchers found that patients who had asthma were 1.70 times (95% CI=1.15-2.51) more likely to develop sleep apnea after eight years. “This is the first longitudinal study to suggest a causal relationship between asthma and sleep apnea diagnosed in laboratory-based sleep studies,”…

  • Study Shows the Value of Sleep Specialists in Promoting CPAP Adherence

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    25 Apr 2013 | 9:45 am
    A new study reports that a consultation with a board certified sleep medicine physician prior to undergoing a diagnostic PSG is predictive of increased 30-day CPAP use. The study appears in the March... Visit http://www.sleepfoundation.org for more!

  • Cure insomnia by giving your brain a workout

    Insomnia Land - The Blog
    Martin Reed
    17 May 2013 | 6:35 pm
    Insomnia can damage your intelligence and overall cognitive function – but it now appears that you can improve your sleep simply by challenging your brain. Researchers studied 51 insomnia sufferers aged between 65 and 85. 34 of the participants were placed in a ‘cognitive training’ group and 17 were put in a control group. All participants then completed a computer training course for 8 weeks. Those in the cognitive training group were set 21 tasks with 3 different levels of difficulty. The control group wasn’t set any high-level cognitive function tasks. Researchers…

  • Bouts of sleep could be narcolepsy

    Narcolepsy News
    21 May 2013 | 5:43 am
    … at night. Another possibility is narcolepsy. This disorder causes extreme daytime … could be narcolepsy. I’m not being humorous: People with narcolepsy fall … than half of people with narcolepsy also experience sudden episodes of … , is also necessary to diagnose narcolepsy. This test is done after …

  • Relationship Discovered Between Sleep Apnea And Alzheimer's Disease

    Sleep / Sleep Disorders / Insomnia News From Medical News Today
    21 May 2013 | 1:00 am
    A new study looking at sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) and markers for Alzheimer's disease (AD) risk in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) and neuroimaging adds to the growing body of research linking the two...
 
 
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  • Bed-Sharing With Parents Puts Babies At 5 Times The Risk For SIDS

    21 May 2013 | 11:00 am
    Co-sleeping with a newborn increases the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) fivefold, a new study in BMJ Open suggests. The likelihood applies even if parents are not smokers, drinkers, or drug users - other factors that raise the risk of SIDS, according to the study led by the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine...

  • Asthma Identified As A Potential New Risk For Sleep Apnea

    21 May 2013 | 1:00 am
    Researchers at the University of Wisconsin have identified a potential new risk factor for obstructive sleep apnea: asthma. Using data from the National Institutes of Health (Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute)-funded Wisconsin Sleep Cohort Study, which has been following approximately 1,500 people since 1988, researchers found that patients who had asthma were 1.70 times (95% CI=1.15-2...

  • Relationship Discovered Between Sleep Apnea And Alzheimer's Disease

    21 May 2013 | 1:00 am
    A new study looking at sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) and markers for Alzheimer's disease (AD) risk in cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) and neuroimaging adds to the growing body of research linking the two...

  • Treating Sleep Apnea In Prediabetes Improves Glucose Levels

    21 May 2013 | 1:00 am
    Optimal treatment of sleep apnea in patients with prediabetes improves blood sugar (glucose) levels and thus can reduce cardiometabolic risk, according to a study presented at the American Thoracic Society International Conference May 17-22, 2013 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania...

  • News From Frontiers In Endocrinology, Microbiology, Physiology

    20 May 2013 | 12:00 am
    Frontiers in Endocrinology Differential roles of orexin receptors in the regulation of sleep/wakefulness Takeshi Sakurai, the lead author on the 1998 article that first described orexin, here reviews the latest research on orexin and its role in regulating sleep and wakefulness...
 
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  • The Sleeping Bag Sofa Camp Collection

    Brian Yalung
    21 May 2013 | 8:39 am
    Here is another outdoor solution for the folks who want more than just standard sleeping bags. The Sleeping Bag Sofa is something out of the Camp Collection, something designed by Stephanie Hornig. Actually, the collection is based on a lamp, a table and a sofa. The whole thing known better as the Camp Daybed features a built-in sleeping bag which can be used whenever or wherever a person would want to take some short naps or eventually, sleep. Other features include a water-filled base which is used to stabilize the whole thing while the lamp mentioned prior actually acts as a power strip…

  • Foldable Adult Sized Bunk Beds

    Brian Yalung
    20 May 2013 | 8:54 am
    Folding beds or sleeping bags can be a great aid when you want to make sure that you have an ample sleeping quarter especially when you go outdoors. Of course, the means of comfort may not necessarily be there but perhaps a foldable bunk bed can do the trick. Aside from the fact that it can sleep more people, the whole thing is portable. This is a bunk bed style double cot which come with powder-coated steel frames to support the single bed sized polyester mats which can hold weights of up to 500 lbs. Additionally, the beds come with storage pockets while the whole thing can fold down to a…

  • Constellation Quilts

    Brian Yalung
    19 May 2013 | 8:30 am
    Quilts are a great way to sleep better and easier but if you want something which can astound you as well, check out this Constellation Quilt design spotted over at Kickstarter. The quilt takes inspiration from the universe, carrying a stunning design which was artistically made using the stars that are known to be in outer space. While the quilt does remind us of the universe, and where we are for that matter, this textured addition should be a neat flabbergasting addition that anyone (young and old) would want for use while in bed. The textured blanket will look amazingly inviting on a…

  • Tim-E IPhone Alarm Clock

    Brian Yalung
    18 May 2013 | 8:56 pm
    This tim-E iPhone Alarm Clock should be something chick to have, especially for the ones looking for an interesting way to use their iPhones as a means to wake up. Although docks would normally be a great solution, the tim-E iPhone Alarm clock is another rendition of improvising your iPhone through accessories, wacky but certainly neat. The tim-E iPhone Alarm Clock will hold iPhones at the top of its body, doubling as a face and head for the whole thing. The robot-looking piece is programmable and can be customized accordingly to suit a sleeping person’s needs, provisions ranging from soft,…

  • Productivity Boosting Nap Pod

    Brian Yalung
    17 May 2013 | 8:01 am
    Talk about power naps, we have seen a lot of sleeping concepts geared towards aiding folks (mostly the working class) get the short shuteyes to ensure productivity is not compromised. The latest innovation to join that group comes in the form of the Productivity Boosting Nap Pod, a bed-like solution which even comes with ambient lighting and sounds. The pod comes in an ergonomic design and stands to help circulation and provide folks quality naps in the positions that they would deem comfortable. Although the Productivity Boosting Nap Pod features a pre-programmed cycle lasting 20 minutes,…
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    Narcolepsy News

  • Mens-Trends.com Reports on Irexis Male Supplement Buy 2 Get 1 Free Special

    21 May 2013 | 2:23 pm
    /EINPresswire.com/ In the competitive world of male enhancement pills, customer value and appreciation sales are the trend. Mens-Trends.com is a review site that reports on trends in the arena of male enhancement supplements. Mens-Trends.com aims to …

  • Bouts of sleep could be narcolepsy

    21 May 2013 | 5:43 am
    … at night. Another possibility is narcolepsy. This disorder causes extreme daytime … could be narcolepsy. I’m not being humorous: People with narcolepsy fall … than half of people with narcolepsy also experience sudden episodes of … , is also necessary to diagnose narcolepsy. This test is done after …

  • Narcolepsy, H1N1 allegedly linked

    21 May 2013 | 5:25 am
    … people in Switzerland suffering from narcolepsy have risen dramatically with some … 2,000 people suffer from narcolepsy in Switzerland, causing sufferers to … there is a link between narcolepsy and the H1N1 swine flu … connection between the vaccine and narcolepsy. Share this story

  • Narcolepsy could explain sudden bouts of sleep

    21 May 2013 | 4:39 am
    … at night. Another possibility is narcolepsy. This disorder causes extreme daytime … could be narcolepsy. I’m not being humorous: People with narcolepsy fall … called cataplexy. And many with narcolepsy experience brief memory lapses or … are an important part of narcolepsy treatment. Stimulant medications can help …

  • How Common Are Medical Misdiagnoses?

    20 May 2013 | 1:04 pm
    /EINPresswire.com/ According to research medical misdiagnosis occur at a higher rate than drug errors or wrong-site surgery. Statistics place the number of fatal medical misdiagnoses as nearly equal to the number of deaths from breast cancer, amounting to …
 
 
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  • New Sleep Articles Available from April

    30 Apr 2013 | 7:38 am
    Explore the latest in new sleep articles available from April. Learn how simple breathing exercises may help you to ease anxiety and improve your insomnia. Discover some of the serious consequences associated with sleep problems in pregnancy, including preeclampsia and gestational diabetes. What is ZzzQuil? Learn about this over-the-counter sleeping medication and how long it should be used to treat acute insomnia. Read about the Neupro patch, a medication that is delivered through the skin to treat restless legs syndrome (RLS) and Parkinson's disease. Finally, add to your understanding of…

  • Latest Sleep Articles Available from March

    30 Mar 2013 | 7:30 am
    Explore the latest sleep articles published in March. You can learn ways to decrease your anxiety and relieve insomnia. Consider how to treat restless legs syndrome (RLS) with iron supplements. Finally discover why you feel so sleepy after lunch (hint: it's not the food). Review a detailed article describing how you can sleep better at night. Expand your understanding of anatomy by learning about adenoids, turbinates, and the nasal septum. Finally, read about the use of Flonase nasal spray to treat your allergies. There is always something new to learn about in the world of sleep!...Read Full…

  • Provent Files for Bankrupty, Product Remains Available While Awaiting Acquisition

    25 Mar 2013 | 9:54 am
    As an update to a prior blog on the availability of the Provent medical device, I had a chance to speak with Matt Williams who serves as the director of national sales for Ventus Medical, Inc. based in San Jose, California....Read Full Post

  • Sleep Apnea Treatment Provent Reportedly Goes Out of Business

    22 Mar 2013 | 5:59 am
    For those who have sought treatment of obstructive sleep apnea with the Provent medical device, it seems that this therapy option will no longer be available as the company in San Jose, California has reportedly gone out of business, according to those familiar with its operations....Read Full Post

  • Explore New Articles on Sleep from February

    28 Feb 2013 | 5:13 am
    There has been an exciting new development in February: I am pleased to welcome and announce the contributions of a leading expert in surgeries to treat sleep apnea and snoring, Dr. Eric Kezirian. Highly regarded for his important work in this field, he will serve as a guest author and provide valuable insight and information for people interested in learning about the surgical options to improve sleep-disordered breathing. This month includes some of his initial articles on soft palate, tongue, and jaw surgery. In addition, there is an accompanying complement of anatomy terms that are…
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    Your Guide to Healthy Sleep

  • Researchers identify a potential new risk for sleep apnea: Asthma

    20 May 2013 | 7:30 am
    Researchers at the University of Wisconsin have identified a potential new risk factor for obstructive sleep apnea: asthma. Using data from the National Institutes of Health (Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute)-funded Wisconsin Sleep Cohort Study, which has been following approximately 1,500 people since 1988, researchers found that patients who had asthma were 1.70 times (95% CI=1.15-2.51) more likely to develop sleep apnea after eight years. “This is the first longitudinal study to suggest a causal relationship between asthma and sleep apnea diagnosed in laboratory-based sleep studies,”…

  • Study links diet with daytime sleepiness and alertness in healthy adults

    8 May 2013 | 7:09 am
    A new study suggests that your level of sleepiness or alertness during the day may be related to the type of food that you eat. Results show that higher fat consumption was associated with increased objective daytime sleepiness, while higher carbohydrate intake was associated with increased alertness.  There was no relationship between protein consumption and sleepiness or alertness. These findings were independent of the subjects’ gender, age, and body mass index as well as the total amount of sleep they were getting and their total caloric intake. “Increased fat consumption has an…

  • Sound stimulation during sleep can enhance memory

    11 Apr 2013 | 10:46 pm
    Slow oscillations in brain activity, which occur during so-called slow-wave sleep, are critical for retaining memories. Researchers reporting online April 11 in the Cell Press journal Neuron have found that playing sounds synchronized to the rhythm of the slow brain oscillations of people who are sleeping enhances these oscillations and boosts their memory. This demonstrates an easy and noninvasive way to influence human brain activity to improve sleep and enhance memory. “The beauty lies in the simplicity to apply auditory stimulation at low intensities - an approach that is both practical…

  • Study of insomnia finds a new predictor for suicidal thoughts

    15 Feb 2013 | 6:04 pm
    A new study confirms a link between insomnia and thoughts of suicide and suggests that this relationship is mediated by dysfunctional beliefs and attitudes about sleep as well as nightmares. The study suggests that the targeted assessment and treatment of specific sleep problems may reduce the risk of suicide in people with depressive symptoms. “Insomnia and nightmares, which are often confused and go hand-in-hand, are known risk factors for suicide but just how they contribute was unknown,” said Dr. W. Vaughn McCall, the study’s lead author and chair of the Medical College of Georgia…

  • Reviewing alcohol’s effects on normal sleep

    23 Jan 2013 | 6:27 am
    Sleep is supported by natural cycles of activity in the brain and consists of two basic states: rapid eye movement (REM) sleep and non-rapid eye movement (NREM) sleep. Typically, people begin the sleep cycle with NREM sleep followed by a very short period of REM sleep, then continue with more NREM sleep and more REM sleep, this 90 minute cycle continuing through the night. A review of all known scientific studies on the impact of drinking on nocturnal sleep has clarified that alcohol shortens the time it takes to fall asleep, increases deep sleep, and reduces REM sleep. Results will be…
 
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  • What is sleep apnea?

    26 Apr 2013 | 6:43 am
    Are you told you snore at night Are you wondering if you might suffer from sleep apnea Dr. Perry Mansfield explains exactly what sleep ... tags: apneaDr.EmpowHERisMansfieldPerrySleep Howdini

  • What are the treatments for sleep apnea?

    26 Apr 2013 | 6:40 am
    Once you've been diagnosed with sleep apnea, what are the next steps Dr. Perry Mansfield describes the treatments used for patients with ... tags: apneaDr.isMansfieldPerrySleepwhat Howdini

  • What are sleep apnea symptoms and medical complications?

    26 Apr 2013 | 6:36 am
    You've probably heard that snoring can be a symptom of sleep apnea, but what are the other effects it has on your body Dr. Mansfield ... tags: apneaDr.isMansfieldPerrySleepwhat Howdini

  • How is sleep apnea diagnosed?

    24 Apr 2013 | 5:50 am
    It's not unusual for people who suffer from sleep apnea to be unaware of it. So, how do you know if you have it Dr. Perry Mansfield, M.D. ... tags: apneaDr.isMansfieldPerrySleepwhat Howdini

  • Pour en finir avec l'insomnie – Aurélie Meyer Mazel - Module 4

    23 Sep 2012 | 9:16 am
    Pour en finir avec linsomnie Mthodes et hygine de vie pour retrouver un sommeil de qualit Aurlie Meyer-Mazel Contenu de la formation Vous ... tags: AngstapneaduInsomniaInsomnieMaladieSleep Weelearn
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    The Insomnia Blog - Sleep Doctor Michael Breus, PhD

  • Insomnia may triple risk of heart failure

    Dr. Michael Breus
    15 May 2013 | 9:37 am
    There is an abundant—and ever-growing—body of evidence that indicates sleep plays an important role in cardiovascular health. Poor sleep is associated with a range of heart problems, including high blood pressure and increased risk of heart attack. Now, new research shows a link between insomnia and heart failure. Nearly 6 million adults in the United States suffer from heart failure, according to the Centers for Disease Control. Heart failure is directly responsible for more than 55,000 deaths every year, and is a contributing factor to hundreds of thousands more deaths in the U.S.

  • Zolpidem-related ER visits have increased sharply

    Dr. Michael Breus
    8 May 2013 | 9:02 am
    There’s more news about complications that can arise from prescription sleep medication: Side effects from a common prescription sleep aid are sending increasing numbers of people to emergency departments.  The number of people seeking emergency medical treatment for the adverse effects of sleep medications containing zolpidem has risen dramatically in recent years, according to a new federal report. Zolpidem is the active ingredient in several of the most commonly prescribed sleep medications, including Ambien, Ambien CR, Edluar, and Zolpimist.  The report was issued by the Substance…

  • ADHD or sleep disorder: are we getting it wrong?

    Dr. Michael Breus
    1 May 2013 | 8:08 am
    Millions of children and adults struggle with symptoms of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (A.D.H.D.), a condition marked by problems with concentration, impulse control, organization, and memory. It can be a frustrating and difficult condition, stigmatizing and often isolating for those who suffer from it.   But what if some of those who’ve been diagnosed with A.D.H.D. are, in fact, suffering from another disorder altogether—a sleep disorder? That’s the provocative and important question posed in this commentary by a practicing psychiatrist with extensive experience treating…
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  • Driving While Drowsy: Just As Dangerous As Driving Drunk

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    1 May 2013 | 9:24 am
    Before a Long Drive, it’s Best to Get a Good Nights Sleep Without Using Sedatives or Sleep Aid Products such as Ambien or Lunesta A recent National Sleep Foundation poll found that teens and adults in their twenties reported less sleep satisfaction and approximately one in five rated as “sleepy” on a standard clinical assessment tool that determines whether sleepiness impairs daily activities. Sleep problems are deadly. The NSF has reported that driving while drowsy is just as dangerous as driving while under the influence of alcohol. In fact, drowsy driving may be a bigger threat than…

  • FDA Recommends that Doctors Lower Doses of Sleep Medications

    admin
    11 Apr 2013 | 8:40 am
    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Speed Sleep offers an innovative, drug-free means of improving the quality and quantity of your sleep. January 5, 2013 – The FDA has recently asked drug manufacturers who make zolpidem, a sleep inducing drug, to lower the recommended dosages. Ambien is a brand name of zolpidem. Other drugs that contain zolpidem are Ambien CR, Edluar, and Zolpimist. This request was made after the FDA completed driving simulation studies that showed that enough zolpidem may be left in the body by morning to affect safe driving ability. Nearly one third of Americans have some kind of…

  • Too Much Sitting Can Cause Sleep Apnea

    admin
    11 Apr 2013 | 8:27 am
    Speed Sleep® Founder Focuses on Exercise to Good Sleep Correlation   PRLog (Press Release) – Mar. 26, 2013 – JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Putting in long hours at your office desk can have a negative affect on sleep.  Working hard is never a bad thing, especially in this economy, but studies have shown and a new national poll suggests that long periods of sitting can actually decrease your chances of having a good night’s sleep. Frank Prince founder of Speed Sleep® points out that fluid builds up in some people’s legs after sitting for long periods of time.  The problem…

  • How does it work

    admin
    17 Jul 2012 | 8:59 pm
    Speed Sleep is a drug-free way to achieve deep sleep quickly. This product actually helps you re-train your mind to be a sound sleeper “on demand.” The equivalent of a deep, relaxed sleep in just 25 minutes. Speed Sleep is designed to focus the mind and body on accelerating your progress from being awake and alert to being a deep REM sleep. For example, when you are wide awake, the kind of electroencephalographic waves – EEG waves – your brain produces are called Beta waves, which are the fastest at 12 to 32 cycles per second. When you are drowsy, you are experiencing…

  • Speed Sleep Products

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    25 Jun 2012 | 10:59 am
    Speed Sleep I Original Comes complete with 2 tracks: The Daily Speed Sleep® Nap The Nightly Speed Sleep® Accelerator Digital Speed Sleep I (MP3 Download) $19.95 Purchase Speed Sleep I $19.95 Speed Sleep II for Health & Fitness Speed Sleep II includes: The trusted Speed Sleep methodology Additional guided imagery for better fitness and wellbeing Digital Speed Sleep II (MP3 Download) $19.95 Purchase Speed Sleep II $19.95 Buy both Speed Sleep I & II Original and Health & Fitness: Both versions for a combined value Audio aids for better sleep and fitness The compounded effectiveness…
 
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  • Sleep Lowers Suicide Risk

    Staff
    21 May 2013 | 1:29 pm
    Individuals with insomnia are more inclined to consider suicide, but a new study shows just a little more sleep can dramatically lower the risk of those suicidal thoughts. The study, conducted at... [Click on the headline to read the rest of this story!]

  • Sleep Myth Monday: Cooler is Better

    Staff
    20 May 2013 | 1:25 pm
    This is the latest installment of a regular feature here at SleepBetter.org: Sleep Myth Monday, where we bust sleep myths wide open, or verify that they’re true. Myth or Truth: A cool bedroom is best... [Click on the headline to read the rest of this story!]

  • Study: Obesity Increase Causing Sleep Apnea Increase

    Staff
    15 May 2013 | 10:05 am
    The number of sleep apnea cases in the U.S. is increasing, and a new study suggests that it’s mostly due to more of us becoming overweight. Sleep apnea is a condition in which people have... [Click on the headline to read the rest of this story!]

  • U.S. Students are Sleepiest in the World

    Staff
    14 May 2013 | 10:04 am
    Despite what you think about the condition of schools in the United States, they are top ranked for one thing: sleepiest students. According to recently released research, nearly three quarters of... [Click on the headline to read the rest of this story!]

  • Sleep Myth Monday: Right Amount of Sleep

    Staff
    13 May 2013 | 7:17 am
    This is the latest installment of a regular feature here at SleepBetter.org: Sleep Myth Monday, where we bust sleep myths wide open, or verify that they’re true. Myth or Truth: The more sleep... [Click on the headline to read the rest of this story!]
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  • ICE, FBI Failures Demand End to Saudi Free Pass Program

    Ronald
    25 Apr 2013 | 9:15 am
    The Department of Homeland Security has announced a hassle-free entry program for Saudi Nationals to begin in January 2014. A flash of the passport and a fingerprint left with an unmanned Customs kiosk and in they come. Have the Saudis earned the privilege? Continue reading →

  • Special Ops Heroes Ask President Why He Doesn’t Have Their Backs

    Ronald
    10 Apr 2013 | 1:50 pm
    Our military has adopted a policy of "no one left behind," but this administration's Benghazi response was quite different. Our Special Ops heroes wonder why this administration no longer "has their backs." The families of the victims, our Special Ops heroes and the American people deserve answers, but will the Commander in Chief respond? Continue reading →

  • 11 Republicans Joined Dems in Spending Fiasco; Senate Burns Money

    Ronald
    25 Mar 2013 | 10:10 am
    11 turncoat Republican Senators are picking up the dirty bags of the administration's green energy cronies. With a fiscal crisis and sequestration confronting America, Assistant Secretary of Defense for operational energy, Sharon Burke, tells America, "Our primary rationale is not economic." The biofuel binge continues. Continue reading →
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    Insomnia Land - The Blog

  • Cure insomnia by giving your brain a workout

    Martin Reed
    17 May 2013 | 6:35 pm
    Insomnia can damage your intelligence and overall cognitive function – but it now appears that you can improve your sleep simply by challenging your brain. Researchers studied 51 insomnia sufferers aged between 65 and 85. 34 of the participants were placed in a ‘cognitive training’ group and 17 were put in a control group. All participants then completed a computer training course for 8 weeks. Those in the cognitive training group were set 21 tasks with 3 different levels of difficulty. The control group wasn’t set any high-level cognitive function tasks. Researchers…

  • Revealed: Just how much insomnia costs you (even if you sleep well)

    Martin Reed
    15 May 2013 | 11:30 am
    We already have a good idea of how much insomnia costs businesses each year – but up to now, we’ve not had a good idea of how much it costs individuals. Researchers have set out to try to determine just how much insomnia costs on an individual level. The study examined a random selection of 948 adults from Quebec, Canada. Each participant answered questions on their sleep, overall health, use of healthcare services, absences from work, accidents and work productivity. For those with insomnia, the annual cost was $5,010. For those with insomnia symptoms but no diagnosis, the annual…

  • Does insomnia shrink your testicles and lower your sperm count?

    Martin Reed
    10 May 2013 | 9:00 am
    I just stumbled upon one of the biggest reasons yet for why you should never ignore insomnia. Researchers at the University of Southern Denmark examined almost 1,000 men. The men gave sperm samples and were also asked about their sleep. The study found that those who went to bed late at night, frequently woke during the night, or had trouble falling asleep had a sperm count that was 25% lower compared to those who slept normally. Researchers also found that the testicles of those with insomnia symptoms were significantly smaller than those who slept well. The researchers have no idea why…

  • When it comes to insomnia advice, be careful (and don’t do this)

    Martin Reed
    9 May 2013 | 9:00 am
    There are lots of people out there touting insomnia advice and solutions (I am one of them!) – but not all the advice they share will always be accurate, safe or appropriate for you. Today I want to share the experiences of one man who tried out a recommended insomnia cure from celebrity doctor, Dr Oz. Unfortunately it didn’t go well. The insomnia cure in question involved using a ‘heated rice footsie’. Basically, you pour rice into your socks, heat them in the microwave and then wear them in bed for up to 20 minutes. The theory? The hot rice diverts blood to your…

  • The link between insomnia and nocturia (needing to pee during the night)

    Martin Reed
    8 May 2013 | 11:24 am
    A recent study set out to determine how nocturia (the need to get up during the night to urinate) affects sleep in those with insomnia. Researchers analyzed the sleep habits of 55 men with an average age of 64, and 92 women with an average age of 62 over the course of two weeks. Just over half claimed that the reason they woke during the night was to use the bathroom. Researchers found that (perhaps unsurprisingly) a larger number of trips to the bathroom was associated with lower levels of sleep efficiency. Additionally, the duration of nighttime awakenings after sleep onset increased by…
 
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  • Avalon Aire Super Deluxe Chin Strap – Small

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    21 May 2013 | 9:57 am
    Sleep Apnea Avalon Aire Super Deluxe Chin Strap - Small - click on the image below for more information. SoftLatex-FreeAdjustableIF YOU WOULD LIKE TO RECEIVE THE AVALON AIRE BRAND CHIN STRAP BE SURE TO SELECT AVALON AIRE FROM BUYING CHOICES. WE ARE THE ONLY SELLERS WHO CARRY THE AVALON AIRE BRAND. One of the most popular chin straps on the market, The Super Deluxe now comes in size small (24"). Replaces Respironics #302425 and TMS-08 for Cardinal. Avalon Aire Super Deluxe Chin Strap - Small Click on the button for more information and reviews. Find More Sleep Apnea Products

  • How do I get my mom to understand that my insomnia is a serious problem?

    SiteAdmin
    19 May 2013 | 11:04 pm
    insomnia help question by summer lane: How do I get my mom to understand that my insomnia is a serious problem? I have really bad insomnia. It comes with depression and anxiety and all the other blessings bestowed upon me. I told my mom about my insomnia and she just tells me I should t watch so much tv/ play on my phone/ read so many books/ whatever she saw me doing that day. She doesn’t seem to think that it’s a problem. I’ve been up for 25 hrs now and I Can. Not. Sleep. I cleaned the entire kitchen to pass the time, so maybe she’ll be in a good mood so I can talk…

  • Badger Sleep Balm (Lavender & Bergamot) [.75 oz Tin]

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    17 May 2013 | 1:56 pm
    Sleep Badger Sleep Balm (Lavender & Bergamot) [.75 oz Tin] - click on the image below for more information. USDA Organic Sleep Balm by Badger 0.75 oz Tin Sleep Balm USDA Certified Organic A dreamy night balm rich with precious oils to calm encourage cheer and relax poetic badgers and other restless wanderers. Just rub a little balm under nose on lips on temples or other pulse points. The aroma does the work. Rosemary is the traditional herb for clear thinking confidence and memory. Bergamot is mentally uplifting. Ginger is strengthening and confidence-inducing. Balsam Fir is refreshing like a…

  • Sleep Fast – # – 60 Capsules Herbal Powerful Relaxant and Sleep Promoter w/ GABA, Valerian Root, Skullcap, Chamomile, Passion Flower, Magnolia Barc Reviews

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    15 May 2013 | 3:55 pm
    Sleep Disorder Sleep Fast - # - 60 Capsules Herbal Powerful Relaxant and Sleep Promoter w/ GABA, Valerian Root, Skullcap, Chamomile, Passion Flower, Magnolia Barc - click on the image below for more information. Sleep Fast Natural Herbal Sleep Formula.Powerful relaxant and sleep promoter.Support for restlessness. Sleep Fast Natural Herbal Sleep Formula. If you are suffering from insomnia or any sleep disorders that affect your productivity and quality of life, you need to do something about it, by treating your disorder properly. Prescription drugs is not always the answer. Physicians readily…

  • Fitbit One Wireless Activity Plus Sleep Tracker, Black

    SiteAdmin
    13 May 2013 | 6:01 pm
    Insomnia Fitbit One Wireless Activity Plus Sleep Tracker, Black - click on the image below for more information. Tracks steps, distance, calories burned and stairs climbedMonitor how long and how well you sleepWakes you (and not your partner) with a silent alarmSyncs automatically to your computer or select smartphones and tablets via Bluetooth 4.0Set goals, view progress and earn badges Fitness means being active, sleeping well, and eating smarter and the Fitbit one helps you do all three. During the day, it tracks your steps, distance, calories burned and stairs climbed. Come nightfall, it…
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  • Sleepio and BodyMedia team up!

    Rosie Gollancz
    21 May 2013 | 7:46 am
    Improving your sleep with Sleepio just got even easier! If you have a BodyMedia FIT armband, you can now connect it to your Sleepio account and we’ll automatically import your sleep data each day. The BodyMedia FIT armband device is pretty advanced: its four sensors capture information from your body to track your activity levels during the day and night. The sensors include an “accelerometer” to record movement, a thermometer to gauge surface skin temperature and heat leaving your body along with ‘Galvanic Skin Response’ sensors to measure how much you sweat! From today,…

  • Sleepio connects with UP by Jawbone

    Rosie Gollancz
    30 Apr 2013 | 6:26 am
    We are very excited to announce that Sleepio has been chosen as one of just 10 apps worldwide to be integrated with UP by Jawbone™. For those new to the world of self-monitoring, UP® is a wristband which tracks your movement throughout the day and night, helping you discover how you sleep, move, eat and feel, and how those activities might affect one another. From today any Sleepio user with an UP band will be able to connect it to their Sleepio account. Your nightly UP band data will then be automatically imported each morning to update your sleep diary, as well as helping tailor and…

  • Spring Clock Change 2013

    Rosie Gollancz
    29 Mar 2013 | 7:55 am
    Photo credit: RHiNO NEAL With the end of March rapidly approaching, the UK is preparing itself for the spring clock change and the start of ‘British Summer Time’. Unfortunately, it looks like it will still be some time until you can dust off your swimming costume, instead the 31st will mark the loss of an hour’s precious sleep. To add to this, the newest results from the Great British Sleep Survey suggest that you may also have a full week of poor quality sleep to contend with. In fact, the survey of more than 21000 UK adults has recorded an average 8% fall in sleep quality during the…

  • It’s World Sleep Day 2013!

    Helena
    15 Mar 2013 | 2:36 am
    Photo credit: Leo Reynolds Today is ‘World Sleep Day’, a worldwide celebration of sleep! Each year since 2008 World Sleep Day has been organised by the World Association of Sleep Medicine (WASM), whose mission it is to wake people up to the importance of sleep. This year, in honour of the big day they are launching a new blog, authored by Professor Teresa Paiva. The focus of each Sleep Day is chosen by the WASM – so far these have ranged from drowsy driving to general health benefits of sleep. This year the theme focuses on the trouble many older adults have with their…

  • Sleepio to pitch at NHS Innovation Expo 2013

    Helena
    13 Mar 2013 | 1:03 pm
    Follow #NHSExpo for more information about the conference With this year’s NHS Innovation Expo well underway, we’re thrilled to announce that our team will be presenting Sleepio there tomorrow! The NHS Expo is a conference that showcases not only the NHS itself but also inspiring developments in healthcare. Therefore, we’re proud to have been selected as one of five finalists in the ‘Digital Innovation’ category. Being a finalist means that Sleepio’s co-founder Peter Hames will introduce our programme to the audience in the Innovators’…
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