Category Archives: Sleep

New information from the American Heart Association (AHA) has provided new important guidelines about sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) and cardiac arrhythmias. SBD is often undiagnosed, but new research shows how it may be associated with developing cardiac arrhythmia. Approximately 1 billion people suffer from SDB worldwide. Alterations in breathing during sleep characterize the condition. Previous studies ...click here to read more

People wake up about four times per night, on average. Most fall back to sleep quickly like nothing happened, and it isn’t a problem. But as age goes up, the number of awakenings can, too. Older adults spend more time in the earlier, lighter sleep stages and less time in the deeper sleep stages. This ...click here to read more

If you often take a nap during the day, you may be at an increased risk for high blood pressure and stroke. A recent study found that adults who napped frequently were more likely to have hypertension than those who didn’t nap. So, if you’re looking to keep your blood pressure under control, it’s best ...click here to read more

You may have heard of Life’s Simple 7 to improve heart health. Well, now it’s called Life’s Essential 8, and sleep has been added to the list. Since 2010, the American Heart Association (AHA) has outlined seven modifiable lifestyle factors – maintaining a healthy weight, not smoking, being physically active, eating a healthy diet, and ...click here to read more

Did you know that exposure to any kind of light during sleep can be linked to diabetes and high blood pressure? According to a recent study, even the slightest bit of light exposure can disrupt our natural sleep patterns and increase our risk for these health issues. So, if you’re looking to get better sleep ...click here to read more

Do you know how important sleep is for your cardiovascular health? The American Heart Association (AHA) have updated their checklist for ideal heart and brain health to include sleep as one of its eight basic heart-healthy habits. According to the AHA, getting a good night’s sleep can help reduce your risk of heart disease and ...click here to read more

A new study has tracked sleep patterns at all ages, finding that Americans stay up late in their 20s, get the least sleep around age 40, and get the most after they’ve retired from work and/or the kids have flown the nest. The findings were based on more than 11,000 Americans aged six and up ...click here to read more

According to a new study, poorer sleep quality is linked with greater anger levels. The study, published in Sleep Health: Journal of the National Sleep Foundation, found that people who reported poor sleep quality were more likely to be angry and hostile outside the bedroom. While the findings don’t prove that poor sleep causes anger, ...click here to read more

If you share a bed, you know it can be nice to have the whole thing to yourself occasionally. You can spread out, roll around, and discover some new space. But overall, you’re probably sleeping better when your partner is in bed with you. At least that’s the result of a new study published in ...click here to read more

Americans are getting less sleep than ever before, and it’s showing in our health. A recent study found that the average American gets just 6 hours and 21 minutes of sleep a night at age 40 – the least of any age group. It’s no wonder we’re struggling with obesity, diabetes, and other chronic health ...click here to read more

You’re probably familiar with COPD, but did you know that poor sleep is associated with a significantly increased risk of serious flare-ups? A recent study found that people who sleep poorly are at a 25% to 95% higher risk of developing sudden breathing problems than people who get good quality sleep. These findings suggest that ...click here to read more

According to new research, how well you sleep might play a role in how well your memory works. This new study suggests that when we sleep, our brain processes and consolidates information from the day’s events, allowing us to strengthen our relational memory. Sleep is an essential part of our lives. It helps us focus, ...click here to read more

Did you know that sleep disorders are common among people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA)? In fact, up to 50% of patients with RA have some type of sleep problem. However, this does not mean that sleep disorder is a significant issue for these patients. According to a new study published in RMD Open, researchers found ...click here to read more

Did you know that people with cognitive decline can improve their memory by treating sleep apnea? A recent study found that treating sleep apnea can improve overall cognitive function, including memory. If you are experiencing cognitive decline, talk to your doctor about whether treatment for sleep apnea is right for you. You may be able ...click here to read more