Looking for a way to boost your productivity at work? Think beyond to-do lists, calendars, and extra cups of coffee. Try getting a good night’s sleep consistently instead. Benefits of Getting Enough Sleep Sleep and quality job performance go hand in hand. When you get sufficient sleep, your health, well-being, and work improve. Sleep promotes […]
Why do people experience stress? What does it do to the body? Ronesh Sinha, M.D., an internal medicine specialist at Palo Alto Medical Foundation, provides some answers. Q: What happens physically during times of stress? Dr. Sinha: The stress response system was originally designed to keep people safe from environmental threats like hungry predators. Your […]
How to Wake up; If you don’t feel picture-perfect when you first wake up in the morning, you’re not alone. Most people don’t wake up with glowing skin and perfect hair, at least not without some effort the night before! With a few skincare tips and plenty of sleep, you’ll be showing off your natural […]
8 Ways Too Little Sleep; Not catching enough ZZZZZ’s at night? Here’s how a lack of sleep can do a number on your skin. 1. You deprive your brain, body, and skin of nourishment. Sleep is food for your brain, body, and skin, and if you don’t get enough, you deprive each of its nourishment. “During […]
Oprah Winfrey’s sleep doctor shares how you can get an extra hour’s rest on a hot night – and the accessory that’s like an ‘ice pack for your sheets’ Sharing his tips for how you can get an extra hour’s sleep in the heat, Dr Michael Breus revealed how you can ensure your shut-eye doesn’t […]
The amount of sleep you need each night changes over the course of your life. In fact, your sleep needs are closely connected to your age. Many people just keep asking themselves the same questions over and over: “What can help me sleep?” “How can I sleep better?” “How much sleep should I get each […]
1. Don’t forget to cleanse To get a good night’s sleep, you want to make sure that you are in a relaxed state of mind. Cleansing your skin and following a skincare routine is one of the easiest ways to get ready for bed and prepare you for a restful sleep. 2. Spend time […]
10 Reasons to Get More Sleep Getting a good night’s sleep is incredibly important for your health. In fact, it’s just as important as eating a balanced, nutritious diet and exercising. Though sleep needs vary from person to person, most adults require between 7 and 9 hours of sleep per night. Yet, up to 35% […]
6 Tips To Wake Up More Refreshed If you’re like the vast majority of Americans, the sound of your morning alarm mostly serves as a cue to roll over and hide your head under the covers. Getting out of bed can be tough, but it doesn’t have to be torture. “If you’re sleep deprived, it […]
The relationship between exercise and sleep1 has been extensively investigated over the years. Previous studies have noted that proper exercise can alleviate sleep-related problems and help you get an adequate amount of rest. Recent research also suggests insufficient or poor-quality sleep can lead to lower levels of physical activity the following day. For these reasons, experts […]