Sleep apnea is a treatable disorder. According to the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, one in 15 adults has some form of sleep apnea. Apnea is the interruption of breathing while sleeping caused by either an obstruction or a lack of brain impulse, and can be experienced by adults, teens, children and infants. […]
Colic has many parents up at night, searching for answers. The one clear answer about infant colic is that there are no clear answers. Definitions of colic vary, estimates of how many babies have it vary, and remedies especially vary widely. A recent study gathered data from all previously published clinical trials of various alternative […]
Forget the booze, it is simply the lack of sleep that causes gamblers to risk more. In a recent Duke University study, researchers tested 29 young adults who had just pulled an all-nighter to find out how sleep deprivation affects decision-making, specifically choices linked to economic gambles. The experts learned that when people are sleep […]
Jonesing for a cup of joe each morning? Could be your genes. According to new research, caffeine addiction could be in your DNA. As reported by HealthDay, “New research suggests that individuals who carry a so-called ‘high-consumption’ variation of either gene appear to drink more coffee, relative to those who carry a ‘low-consumption’ variant.” Here’s […]
Restless legs syndrome (RLS) is one of the few neurological conditions known to run in families. This condition causes your legs to feel uncomfortable while sitting or lying down. The discomfort can only be alleviated by getting up and moving around. Obviously, these symptoms can significantly impact your ability to sleep. Travel becomes difficult as […]
Perhaps it’s no coincidence that you can’t spell the word “retired” without “tired.” Sleep issues are common in older Americans, with as many as 20 percent experiencing frequent insomnia. Though many of these people feel helpless, a new study finds a potential solution for sleepless seniors: behavioral therapy. Behavioral therapy is a type of psychotherapy […]
Alternative therapies to treat infant colic don’t all work, but acupuncture may help. Babies who received acupuncture treatments, twice a week for a period of six weeks, cried for a shorter period of time and with less intensity than the group of babies who did not receive acupuncture treatments. Finally, new research is giving battle-worn parents something to […]
Snoring makes you poorer – and we’re not just talking about the money your partner spends on earplugs. Though many consider snoring to be a nighttime problem, it has real consequences on your waking life, too, particularly for your wallet. New research demonstrates that chronic snorers earn less money than people with normal sleep habits. […]
