Sleep

Nocturia is one of the most unsettling health concerns experienced by men and women as they get older. Nocturia means waking in the night to go to the toilet. As you get older, the wellness and wellbeing of your bladder deteriorates, and…

How you feel during the day has a lot to do with the amount and quality of sleep you have at night. To lead a productive life in which you can give the best of yourself to the world you need to ensure you rest appropriately. People that…

Often misunderstood as something less serious, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome is a debilitating condition which can't simply be cured by sleeping more. Mental and physical activities can make your symptoms worse, and when you're intense fatigue…

Sleep is extremely important to your wellness. Any number of health concerns can be linked back to a lack of sleep. No matter what you do during the day, when you finally lay your head on the pillow at night, what you really want is to fall…

Cutting back on sleep may be tempting when you've got deadlines to meet and a social life to squeeze in to your already jam-packed day, but it isn't really the best answer long-term. The truth is that you can't afford to cut back on sleep…

Do you lie awake at night, tossing and turning and unable to drift off? If so, you are not alone. Many thousands of people every year list ‘inability to sleep’ as one of their biggest health concerns. Not being able to sleep well can affect…

By Lizzie Weakley  Nearly half of the adult population snores while sleeping. This involuntary breathing condition can at the least disrupt the sleep of others and at the worst can lead to more serious problems. In…

It is often noted that the best amount of sleep is between six to seven hours a night, but for some, that can be either too little – or for fewer, too much. Burning the midnight oil may be a sign of unnatural strength, but insomnia is no…

As we all know, sleep if vital for good physical and mental health. However, you may not be aware that not getting enough sleep could increase your risk of developing cancer. Studies have found that women who work night shifts are more…

A study published by the Rotterdam School of Management has found that just one night’s bad sleep can cause erratic and disruptive behaviour at work. So, if your co-worker is being grumpy or you find yourself snapping at your boss; ask…

In the past parents regularly put their babies outside in their prams to give them a good dose of fresh air each day. But today many parents worry about babies being too hot or too cold and so keep them indoors more often. And with the…

Millions of people struggle with insomnia on any given night. Insomnia is a sleep problem characterized either by trouble falling asleep or difficulty remaining asleep. People dealing with insomnia may not be able to fall asleep even though…

As you toss and turn in bed, trying to get to sleep, you may blame stress, health concerns, lack of exercise or any number of other factors, but have you thought about blaming your diet? Research carried out at the University of…

Nothing beats a good night’s sleep. Without it, you can feel tired, irritable and even depressed, but a new study has shown that getting insufficient sleep doesn’t just affect your energy levels and emotional wellbeing, but also your food…

Not making enough time in our lives to sleep could lead to lots of different health concerns, according to medical correspondents. Health experts are so concerned by sleep deprivation among the population they are advising us to schedule…

We all know about the ‘student lifestyle’ cliché. Students are universally mocked (or envied) for their late-night, party-hard lives that are often more about having fun than studying. But the reality is that while students may enjoy…

Are you having difficulty falling and/or staying asleep? Do you wake up too early in the morning? Or are you feeling tired upon waking up? Well, you may be suffering from insomnia. There are a lot of people around the world…

If you find yourself yawning through the day, you may be compromising your wellness and wellbeing. A recent study has shown that up to 70 million people in America alone do not get enough sleep at night. Of course, it is inevitable that at…

Sleep is essential to the human body's ability to function, yet there are millions of people who struggle to fall asleep every night due to insomnia. There are few things more frustrating than lying in bed, exhausted, without being able to…

We all enjoy a nightcap now and then, but studies show that doing so could actually lead to a poor night’s sleep. Alcohol is known to be a sedative but even with this being true, drinking before bed can disrupt the sleep cycle and dreams,…

As you get older, getting a good night’s sleep can seem more and more elusive. This can be a cruel irony as you may feel more in need of rest than ever, as your body undergoes the wear and tear sustained by everyday life. Not getting enough…

With hectic schedules, constant electronic connection and family responsibilities. Many people are finding themselves struggling to go down each night for restful sleep after a long day had ended. However, a number of factors you may not…

Getting a good night’s sleep is vitally important for your health and wellness. When you are not getting a full night’s sleep, you can find that your physical and emotional wellbeing are affected. Fortunately, there are some simple…