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Diet and Sleep

Diet - what we eat, how much we eat and even when we eat - has a strong influence on how well we sleep. Most people are aware of the effect of coffee when we drink it near bedtime. Coffee contains caffeine, a strong stimulant that can keep us wide-eyed and wide-awake for hours.   But coffee isn't the only product that contains caffeine. So... Read moreChevron
posted 04/12/2010, comments (0)|
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10 Tips to Improve Women's Sleep

Nearly 70 percent of American women report that they get less than the recommended eight hours sleep a night. Some, especially those in the 40 to 60 age bracket, get as little as five hours. I think most people are aware of the health risks of sleep deprivation.   "Women's sleep patterns can be affected by their unique health issues as well... Read moreChevron
posted 03/11/2010, comments (0)|
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Obesity, Your Heart and Sleep

According to the American Heart Organization, "obesity is now recognized as a major risk factor for coronary heart disease, which can lead to heart attack." Obesity raises cholesterol levels, lowering the HDL (good cholesterol). It also raises blood pressure and can lead to diabetes.   It's no surprise that obesity is also implicated in... Read moreChevron
posted 02/25/2010, comments (0)|
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Diet and Sleep Part Two

You are what you eat I can hear you saying, "Okay... now I have to watch what I eat and when I eat it... but now you are going to limit my fluids?"   No! However, there are certain factors that should be kept in mind when drinking any type of fluids. One troublesome item is caffeine. Caffeine interferes with sleep with most... Read moreChevron
posted 06/16/2009, comments (0)|
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Your Diet and Sleep

Sleep disorders of all kinds affect millions of people every day. However, facts concerning sleep and the disorders associated with sleep are not widely known to the public. The sad aspect to this subject, is that many doctors are not versed in sleep disorders as well. Much of the research that one may encounter has been compiled due to personal... Read moreChevron