Good sleep translates to good health. It’s something I say over and over again. Yet, many older adults FAIL to clock seven to nine hours of quality shuteye each night. In fact, according to [...]
Tag: Sleep
Sleep dictates behavior? (Yikes!)
I’m always extolling the benefits of sleep. As a doctor, I’ve seen firsthand the physical, mental, and emotional health problems that arise simply because patients are struggling with [...]
Can a furry friend improve your ZZZs?
Yesterday we talked about how living with a dog can help ward off disease. And today, I hope you’ll indulge me once more as I write about yet another benefit of pet ownership. Research shows how [...]
“Harmless” nighttime habit boosts diabetes risk?
Just yesterday, I shared with you the importance of getting a good night’s sleep… And how ongoing sleep disruptions may point to an Alzheimer’s diagnosis down the road. Now, I have more shocking [...]
Broken “body clock” could predict this DREADED diagnosis
Sleep disturbances affect up to 70 million Americans each year. Not to mention, nearly 15 percent of U.S. adults suffer from chronic insomnia. That’s a huge percentage of the population! Meaning [...]
Lack of sleep leads to DANGEROUS habit (and chronic disease?)
You probably notice that I talk about sleep frequently. That’s because making sure you get enough quality shuteye each night is one of the most critical things you can do for your health. [...]
“Pillow problem” skyrockets sugar intake up to 4.5 pounds?!
If yesterday’s conversation taught us anything, it’s that bad habits affect kids just as much as they do adults. Poor dietary choices is no exception. But neither is poor sleep hygiene. Mix the [...]
The “perfect” bedtime for better heart protection
I remember how I used to read about biorhythms in the newspaper when I was in grade school. They were published in the newspaper alongside the horoscope and comics. But the science was never [...]
Eat your way out of insomnia
Many people struggle to get a good night’s sleep. In fact, it’s easily one of the top complaints that I hear from my readers and patients alike. Of course, many external factors contribute to [...]
This “sweet spot” for sleep helps protect your brain
Whether you want to lose weight, keep your immune system firing on all cylinders, remain mentally sharp, or more… getting adequate rest is an absolute must. But that’s also not an invitation to [...]
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