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  1. Are pillows causing allergies for your family?
    By Michele Thompson, MS on Oct 10, 2009
    Waking up in the morning with red, itchy eyes and a stuffy nose may be due to a cold, but if every member in your family suffers...
  2. 4 Infant sleeping myths debunked
    By Michele Thompson, MS on Sep 11, 2009
    Although many new mothers recognize "old wives' tales" as being false, there are too many misconceptions about Baby’s health and...
  3. Foods that help you sleep
    By Jennifer Weatherhead on Sep 2, 2009
    Sometimes sleep just doesn‘t come easy, no matter how exhausted your brain and body may feel. If you are one of the many people...
  4. Burn fat while you sleep
    By Michele Thompson, MS on Jul 17, 2009
    Did you know that a good night of sleep not only leaves you feeling rested and energized, it also boosts your body’s ability to...
  5. 10 Ways to be an early riser
    By Sarah Kelsey on Jun 22, 2009
    Unless you’re one of those people who have a natural ability to hop out of bed feeling energized, getting up can be the toughest...
  6. How to develop healthy sleep habits
    By Sarah Wassner Flynn on Jan 28, 2009
    Newsflash: Sleep doesn’t just make you feel more rested in the morning, it can also lower your risk of getting a cold this winter....
  7. Why women have trouble sleeping and strategies to sleep better
    By Michele Thompson, MS on Oct 9, 2008
    Drained of energy and deprived of sleep? Not getting enough rest decreases your quality of life and increases your health risks....
  8. Midday napping reduces risk of heart-related death
    On Mar 12, 2008
    Among Greek adults, taking regular midday naps is associated with reduced risk of death from heart disease over a six-year period,...
  9. Help teens get the sleep they need
    By Patti Teel on Mar 12, 2008
    Teenagers are one of the most sleep deprived segments of the population. Most teens require at least nine hours of sleep but get...
  10. 6 Tips to sleep better tonight
    By SheKnows Health & Wellness Experts on Mar 12, 2008
    Let's face it. We live in a "go-go" world! Our lifestyle is quick-paced, our food is fast and statistics now show it's...
  11. Chronically sleep deprived
    On Mar 12, 2008
    We've all experienced that occasional all-too-short night of sleep -- staying out too late at a party on a weeknight, studying into...
  12. Learn the real dangers of poor sleep
    On Mar 12, 2008
    Ah...a good night's sleep. We all want to get in the recommended 7-8 hours, yet according to the National Sleep Foundation, almost...
  13. Napping a more effective countermeasure to sleepiness in...
    By   on Jan 6, 2008
    Coffee is an effective countermeasure to sleepiness for both young and middle-aged people. However, napping is more efficient in...
  14. Sleep and insomnia - About insomnia
    On Jan 4, 2008
    We spend a notable portion of our lives asleep, yet most of us understand very little about sleep and insomnia. Are there different...
  15. Continuous Positive Airway Pressure improves depression
    On Nov 7, 2007
    Patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) who also suffer from depression often find that continued use of continuous positive...
  16. Tired new mom? Maybe it means something more
    On Oct 28, 2007
    A simple questionnaire on fatigue, administered two weeks after birth, may serve to identify women who at increased risk of...
  17. Dreams prepare your emotions
    On Sep 28, 2007
    Dreams can help in coming to terms with major events and in taking difficult decisions in life.
  18. Can't get to sleep? Get some melatonin
    On Sep 28, 2007
    A new study by MIT scientists and colleagues confirms that melatonin is an effective sleep aid for older insomniacs and others....
  19. Music improves sleep quality in older adults
    On Sep 28, 2007
    Sleep, a vital ingredient in life, can sometimes become difficult as humans get older. But a recent study by researchers at Case...
  20. Alarm clock banishes morning blues
    On Sep 28, 2007
    Are you a real grump in the mornings? Do you wake up every day feeling tired, embittered, aggrieved, and all too ready to hit the...

Getting a good night's sleep sometimes isn't easy. Everything from crying babies to excessive stress to more serious health conditions can cause a person to not be able to sleep soundly. The result is a person who never feels completely rested. The associated side effects to not sleeping are well documented and can lead to significant health issues down the line.

If your sleep problem is minor, the good news is you can learn how to sleep better by just following a few steps. For example, a small change in your diet, your daily routine, or even your thinking process can result in a better night's rest. For more serious sleep related issues, there are treatments and medications available that you can take to assist you.

Sleep is often underrated but it can make a big difference in your life. You can learn how a good night's sleep can improve your energy level, your skintone, your mood and your overall health. Start to sleep better and you will be healthier, happier and more productive.

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