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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia
While many of us are plagued with occasional bouts of insomnia from time to time, others unfortunately find insomnia a part of their regular nighttime ritual. For these individuals, a glass of warm...
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Bright Light Therapy
Bright light therapy, also known as phototherapy, is a helpful way to treat the winter blues, otherwise known as seasonal affective disorder (SAD), as well as some sleep disorders. SAD is a form of...
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How to Stay Asleep
Anyone who has suffered from insomnia, particularly how to stay asleep at night, has spent a lot of time wondering about this very thing. Sleep problems due to interrupted or insufficient sleep can...
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Fibromyalgia and Sleep
An estimated 10 million people suffer from fibromyalgia here in the U.S., and up to six percent of the population worldwide have this condition, reports the National Fibromyalgia Association. While...
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Sleep Hygiene
You probably know that it’s advised to practice good hygiene to keep yourself healthy, and to help prevent the spread of diseases. But did you know that “sleep hygiene” plays an important role in...
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Lack of Sleep and the Immune System
Lack of sleep can do more than make you grumpier than Oscar the Grouch. It can have an impact on your immune system, according to a study conducted by the Surrey Sleep Research Centre. Researchers...
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LED Lights and Sleep
It doesn’t take much to throw your circadian rhythm (your body’s internal sleep clock) completely off balance. Unfortunately, once you’ve done that, it can take quite a while to get your rhythm back so...
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New Gallup Poll on Sleep
A recent Gallup poll reveals that 40 percent of Americans aren’t getting the recommended number of hours of nighttime sleep. The general recommendation for optimal sleep is seven to nine hours per...
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Study Finds Drinking Tart Cherry Juice Helps Adults with Insomnia Sleep Better
We recently reported about a study touting kiwi as a possible natural sleep enhancer. Now, a recent study conducted by researchers at Louisiana State University indicates that a ritual of drinking tart...
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Revised FDA Dosages for Popular Sleeping Pills: Lunesta and Ambien
If you have taken or currently take the prescription pills Lunesta or Ambien, it’s important to know that the US Food and Drug Administration has lowered the recommended dose for these sleeping pills....
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Delayed Sleep Phase Disorder
Delayed Sleep Phase Disorder (DSPD) is a medical condition that causes you to fall asleep two or more hours later than the average person, and results in you staying asleep for longer in the morning....
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The Link Between Insomnia and GERD
A recent study has uncovered a significant relationship between gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and sleep disturbances. According to the study, the relationship may be bidirectional with sleep...
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Managing Sleep Disruptions During Menopause
There is one “M” word that strikes fear in the hearts of middle-aged (or those approaching middle age) women everywhere. It’s the dreaded menopause. While it’s easy to try to take a healthy approach to...
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About Belsomra: New Sleep Drug
As of August 13th, 2014, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Belsomra. Also called Suvorexant, Belsomra is used primarily for treating insomnia. It is meant to help people fall asleep...
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New Study Reveals Energy Drinks Disturb Sleep
Have you been having a little bit of trouble sleeping at night? A new study reveals that it may have something to do with the energy drinks you’ve been consuming. According to the study conducted at...
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New Study Reveals Restful Sleep More Valuable than Longer Sleep
According to a new study, quality is more important than quantity when it comes to restful sleep. The study, exploring the relationship between insomnia and “objective assessments of sleep in the...
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New Gallup Poll on Sleep
A recent Gallup poll reveals that 40 percent of Americans aren’t getting the recommended number of hours of nighttime sleep. The general recommendation for optimal sleep is seven to nine hours per...
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Study Finds Drinking Tart Cherry Juice Helps Adults with Insomnia Sleep Better
We recently reported about a study touting kiwi as a possible natural sleep enhancer. Now, a recent study conducted by researchers at Louisiana State University indicates that a ritual of drinking tart...
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Revised FDA Dosages for Popular Sleeping Pills: Lunesta and Ambien
If you have taken or currently take the prescription pills Lunesta or Ambien, it’s important to know that the US Food and Drug Administration has lowered the recommended dose for these sleeping pills....
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Delayed Sleep Phase Disorder
Delayed Sleep Phase Disorder (DSPD) is a medical condition that causes you to fall asleep two or more hours later than the average person, and results in you staying asleep for longer in the morning....
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