So it’s always interesting when one’s personal and professional lives intersect. As one who preaches the importance of adequate sleep, I’m typically pretty good at heeding my own advice – fully aware of the importance of sleep to wellness, mental acuity and athletic performance. Sometimes, however, things don’t always work out. This past weekend, my [...]

This week, the National Sleep Foundation released its annual Sleep in America poll. Unfortunately, the results are anything but surprising. As usual, MOST Americans aren’t getting enough sleep. Only about 40% of us report getting a good night’s sleep on “most nights”. Think about that. Really. Think about what that means for our health and [...]

Sleep apnea – more than just snoring. Sleep apnea increases your risk of stroke, heart attack, diabetes and more. If you snore and have been told you gasp, choke, or stop breathing at night, you may have sleep apnea. Tired all day? Can’t lose weight? You may have Sleep apnea. Talk with your doctor. Read [...]

So how are you feeling today? A bit sluggish? Grouchy? Not particularly “into” work today? Even though the clocks sprang forward on Sunday morning, many of us are still feeling the effect of that “lost hour”. It’s amazing how even 1 less hour of sleep can mean so much. The good news is, you’ll probably [...]

Keeping regular sleep and wake times can dramatically improve sleep quality. Human beings tend to sleep better when we go to sleep at the same time every night and wake up at the same time every morning. That predictibility can help battle insomnia and other sleep disorders!

Avoid alcohol close to bedtime. A nightcap is a sure way to get a poor night’s sleep. Alcohol actually disturbs your natural sleep architecture, making it more likely you’ll feel groggy the next morning.