If you’re getting enough sleep – that is, 8 to 10 hours each night – and you still feel tired and listless during the day, it can be frustrating and even debilitating. While this unfortunately is not uncommon, there are several things you can do to feel better. The first thing is to evaluate your sleep habits and patterns, and the quality of the sleep you’re getting. Several factors affect our quality of sleep. These include: Depression Sleep apnea Vitamin D deficiency An inconsistent sleep routine Uncomfortable bedding and/or a sleep environment that doesn’t support sleep Depression As many people who suffer from depression know, it can dramatically affect a person’s sleep and overall quality of life. In addition to...
Most of us would agree that technology has changed our lives for the better. The internet and video conferencing give many people the opportunity to work from home and safely distance from others to stay healthy — especially with the COVID-19 pandemic. Communicating, via email, facetime and social networks, as well as access to virtual educational materials and training are other benefits. But what about sleep. Can technology and the use of electronic devices negatively impact our precious sleep? The simple answer is yes. And restorative sleep is critical to overall health. The Benefits of Consistent, Quality Sleep The brain needs regular, quality sleep to function at its best. When our brain functions well, health benefits include: Reduced risk of...
Enhance Your Quality of Sleep With a Sleep Routine If you haven’t thought about creating a bedtime routine – even a simple one – and you’re frustrated with the quality of your sleep, it’s time to consider it. I know people who sometimes sleep 6 hours a night and other times, 12 hours. And, you know what? They are always tired. They lack energy, and they ask me: “If I sleep 12 hours, how can I be tired??” The answer is their sleep routine – or lack of one – is inconsistent and their body is confused. Those people are not giving their bodies and minds the cues they need to wind down from the day and ease into luxurious...
Looking for a life hack to get better sleep? Read on to learn what Nicole Feliciano of MomTrends has to say about the new Big Daddy Pillow by JUVEA: “Here's my go-to sleep hack to give moms a more restful night: get better pillows. Thanks to perimenopause, my sleep has been interrupted and I was finding it hard to get back to sleep after my 3am wake-up. I lowered the temperature in the bedroom and added a new Juvea Big Daddy pillow and have been sleeping blissfully since. As women we should be in awe of all the shape shifting our bodies go through over the years. When you come to think of it, we are pretty darn amazing. One...
All eyes are focused on Tokyo Olympic Village and the world’s finest athletic superstars. Still officially called the “Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games,” the summer Olympics run through August 8, 2021. As fans admire the skills and fortitude of these amazing athletes, many ask: “How do they do it?” The obvious answer is “training.” But, what does that involve? Training is more than just a good coach, determination and long hours of hard work. The excessive activity athletes engage in involves commitment to rigid training routines and good nutrition and sleep habits. This, I believe, starts with a positive attitude, a passion for their sport, and an overall commitment to health and fitness. It doesn’t matter if it’s gymnastics, swimming, track and...
