by webmaster | Jan 15, 2013 | Medical Conditions
Maintain a regular bedtime schedule Avoid excessive time in bed -unrelated to sleep. Avoid naps. Use bed only for sleep and sexual relations. Do not watch the clock. Do something relaxing before bedtime. Make bedtime as quiet as possible. Avoid the consumption...
by webmaster | Jan 11, 2013 | Medical Conditions
Much has been made about the relationship of sleep to insulin resistance. We know that even in the absence of other risk factors; sleep can impact the metabolism of sugar. In two studies published this year, we gain further insight into the problem. The first study...
by webmaster | Dec 5, 2012 | Medical Conditions
High Blood Pressure is a leading cause of stroke and heart attacks. Recently, we have come to understand the relationship of Sleep Apnea (stopping breathing while asleep) to elevations in blood pressure. In a recent study they found that 60% of patients with high...
by webmaster | Dec 5, 2012 | Medical Conditions
There is a clear relationship between insufficient sleep and the incidence of Diabetes. Sleeping 6 hours or less each night can cause a craving for high calorie carbohydrates. This leads to weight gain and insulin resistance, both of which are major causes of...
by webmaster | Nov 27, 2012 | Medical Conditions
Recent studies have shown that there is a major increase in the incidence of stroke in those who have Sleep Apnea. In fact, the risk of stroke is increased to three times normal. A recent study done on those with Transient Ischemic Attacks (TIA) revealed that over 60%...
by webmaster | Nov 11, 2012 | Medical Conditions
We have known for many years that there is a relationship between insomnia and depression. 80% of patients with depression suffer from insomnia. 40% of patients with chronic insomnia are clinically depressed. This is not coincidental as chronic insomnia may predate...
