An estimated 26% of Americans between the ages of 30 and 70 have obstructive sleep apnea syndrome (OSAS), according to a 2024 retrospective study published in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. Often under-diagnosed and under-treated, the…
According to the National Sleep Foundation, almost every part of the body experiences significant changes during sleep. When we fall asleep, sleep signals are sent throughout the body as thousands of neurons in the brain shift from the waking to…
Sleep is a critical aspect of physical and mental health (per Cleveland Clinic). Not only does sleep allow your body to rest and recharge, it can also help you manage stress. Overall, sleep plays a major role in growth, development,…
Sleep is critical in helping you think more clearly, balancing your immune system, settling your blood pressure, and regulating your hormones, according to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. Sleep is especially important in supporting children’s growth and development,…
The internet is full of ice tricks. There’s cold water therapy for the face and there are ice baths that apparently help with inflammation and boosting your mood. Then there’s the mammalian dive reflex, which is said to aid with…
We all know that sleep is a fundamental part of good health, right along with eating healthy, moving more, and staying hydrated. According to the Sleep Foundation, 35.2% of American adults get less than 7 hours of sleep each night.…
As of 2024, we are officially three years into the life-altering COVID-19 pandemic that made its destructive presence known worldwide. Looking back, it may not feel that long ago when news first broke of the pandemic. While many of us…
Whether physically, mentally, spiritually, or more, there are many different ways in which we can take care of ourselves. As an all-encompassing term, self-care spans all these categories and beyond. As defined by the National Institute of Mental Health, “Self-care…
A good night’s sleep can set the tone for your entire day. However, ensuring you get the appropriate amount of sleep is important not just for ensuring a well-rested, refreshed, and energetic day, but it also has a direct impact…
Waking up in a cold sweat from a bad dream is certainly frightening in the moment, but health experts say that nightmares can also have more long-lasting effects on our health. “It’s possible that nightmares can impact both mental and…