Category: Sleep

How to get a great night’s sleep. Mattresses, pillows, relaxation techniques and more.

10 Natural Sleep Remedies To Improve Your Sleep

Ashley Williams September 8, 2020 No Comments

Nowadays it is becoming difficult for many people to sleep. Of course, everyone needs to have enough sleep. Lack of sleep can seriously affect your overall health. A good number of people fail to get enough sleep due to several factors.

You might spend many hours in bed tossing and turning without falling asleep. It might be difficult to pinpoint the exact reasons why people have sleeping disorders.

What we know is that certain factors do affect our ability to sleep and sleeping patterns as well. Stress and depression may just be some reasons why it’s difficult to fall asleep; however, we are going to discuss some natural sleep remedies to help you sleep better.

Steps To Sleep Better While Dealing With Covid-19 Economic Crisis

Health Admininstrator May 15, 2020 No Comments

Sleeping better during Covid-19 is challenging. The coronavirus pandemic has upset routines, requiring individuals to stay at home and away from work, family members, gyms, events, and friends. Because of this, sleeping is becoming a problem for people that previously had no sleep difficulties, as stated by the National Sleep Foundation.

Health care workers are probably not surprised that more than a third of healthcare workers in China suffered insomnia throughout the coronavirus pandemic, according to a study published in Frontiers in Psychiatry.… Read More

Sleeping on an Air Bed: How Does It Affect Your Long-Term Health?

Ashley Williams March 16, 2018 No Comments

The air mattress is a great concept for many consumers. We love that idea of sleeping on a cloud and having perfect comfort. There are no more lumpy mattresses and annoying springs with an inflatable bed. This could be your solution to getting better sleep. There are concerns over the long-term disadvantages of air mattresses or inflatable beds on our health and well-being.

Is this more of a short-term solution for camping and guest rather than a long-term solution for the bedroom? Here we will look at the pros and cons of using inflatable mattresses long-term, as well as some of the alternative solutions.… Read More

Importance of Adding A Good Night Sleep To Our Exercise Regimes

Ashley Williams May 5, 2017 No Comments

The mantra of “eat less, exercise more” is no longer enough for many people that want to lose weight. Many people can carry out the same diet plan and exercise regime and see very disappointing results. What could be missing from their routine is a good night sleep.

Some will see the pounds start to decrease, the muscle build and feel a lot healthier. Others will fail to make any gains in the gym, continue with poor eating habits and struggle with fat loss.

The answer may lie in sleep. Those who struggle with weight loss programs also deals with sleep deprivation. There are many reasons to add a new sleep schedule to an exercise regime.

The Top Mattresses For Better Sleep

Ashley Williams October 26, 2016 No Comments

Sleep is a very crucial part of life, and for a better night’s sleep, you need to look for the best mattress that will offer you the best services. To find the perfect mattress, there are several factors you need to put into consideration.

Besides this, you also need to compare and contrast on the different mattresses as this will aid you in finding something that is of good quality and appropriate support. Below are some of the top three rated mattresses for better sleep.

Best Bedroom Design for Sleeping

Health Admininstrator June 13, 2016 No Comments

If you have ever been in a room that makes you feel like you are exactly where you need to be, there is a 90% chance that there was nothing extra-ordinary about the room. In fact, it is highly likely that the room in question had a simple but well-functioning design. Creating a simple design that functions so well can be quite a task especially if it is meant for the bedroom to create a better sleeping environment.

Every bedroom needs a bed, right? Beds set the tone and beds determine just where every other object in the room will be. But at the same time, beds are big, and this is where the complexity comes in. As fun, as remodeling a bedroom or planning a new bedroom altogether, is, you can use the help of an architect. That way, you keep other elements in check while at the … Read More

Top 7 Sleep Aid Products for Better Sleep

Health Admininstrator December 1, 2015 No Comments

Nothing is better than a peaceful good night’s sleep. However, with a busy life schedule and all the stresses that come with it, getting good sleep is not always easy. The good news is there are many ways you can try and change this.

Aside from buying the right mattress and exercising regularly, one of the most effective ways to get a better night’s sleep is the use of sleeping aid. Sleeping aids come in different shapes and forms, and each one of them has its unique way of aiding you to get some deep sleep.

As the holiday season approaches, you should think of buying one of these items to help you get some deserved sleep this Christmas season or give it as a gift to someone close who has trouble falling or staying asleep.

Although many types of sleeping aids are available, the following seven are some of … Read More

5 Common Reasons for Poor Sleep

Health Admininstrator November 23, 2015 No Comments

Most people would agree that one of the most common problems they face in their day to day lives is poor sleep, or as some may call it, bad sleep. It is this poor sleep that ends up being one of the major most ingredients in a vicious cycle that also includes depression, lack of productivity and even forgetfulness. However, solving the problems associated with poor sleep requires a good knowledge of its causes.

1. Sleep apnea is a common cause of restless sleep and especially in people that snore, more so, those who are obese. It comes about as a result of the larger airways narrowing during sleep. This causes breathing problems which ultimately means that less oxygen gets to the brain. The result of this is poor sleep.… Read More

Posture: Do You Know How To Stand And Sit?

Health Admininstrator August 3, 2014 No Comments

Caretakers provide invaluable help and assistance to their children, friends, relatives, and partners, but what happens when their work leads to back pain, compromising their ability to care?

Back pain is endemic among caretakers: a 2011 survey found that 70% of caretakers experience back and shoulder pain.

This issue seriously affects the quality of life of those who should be most valued in our society.

Children’s backs are also being damaged by overweight schoolbags, according to a national survey of school bags usage conducted by BackCare.… Read More

Importance of Sleep

Health Admininstrator August 3, 2014 No Comments

Poor sleep is a modern phenomenon with over 50% of adults failing to get enough sleep. Did you know that for adults to remain healthy you need on average of 7 hours sleep a night?

Possibly with additional hours required after long-haul flights, long distance travel, illness, infection, surgery, stress and exposure to the cold.

Insomnia is classified as receiving less than 4 hours sleep for more than 3 nights per week. The impact of sleep disorders, including insomnia or poor quality sleep affects many people on a day to day basis leading to reduced capability and function both at work and home.… Read More

Benefits of Sleep

Health Admininstrator August 3, 2014 No Comments

Scientists have gone to great lengths to understand sleep’s benefits fully. Studies of humans and other animals have discovered that sleep plays a critical role in immune function, metabolism, memory, learning, and other vital functions.

PILLOWS

Most people do not realize that their pillows are one of the reasons why they wake up with sore backs in the morning. Indeed, the wrong pillows can cause stiffness in your back while you sleep, causing pain in the morning.

Your pillow can either be thick, thin, fluffy – or simply not suited for your sleeping preference. With that, it is important to find a good pillow that can provide the proper support you need.