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![]() How Frequently Should You Renew Your Mattress?Mattresses are unlike many normal household items in that they can often appear to be fine when in fact they aren’t offering the support and comfort-level that they should. We look at the signs which tell you when you need a new mattress along with general tips on how often your mattress should be renewed. ![]() The Do's and Don'ts of SleepHere is a simple and straightforward guide to getting better sleep. Are you following the golden rules of sleep? Take a look and make some changes to your sleep patterns to start sleeping better - tonight! ![]() How Much Sleep Do You Need?So how much sleep do you need? A good estimate is to consider how you normally feel after sleep. If you don’t feel refreshed after your sleep, chances are you’re not sleeping enough. You should awake naturally at about the same time everyday without an alarm clock. Also, sleep requirements depend highly on the individual and involve many factors. You may require 9 hours of sleep each night while a friend only requires 8. That’s what makes us unique. ![]() Are You Getting Enough Sleep?Sleep deprivation occurs when you are not sleeping the right amount for your individual needs. Sleep deprivation varies from person to person, and it also varies according to the situation. Sometimes, it is temporary (like a college student), while others might be chronic (such as an overworked employee). Here are some signs you may be suffering from sleep deprivation. ![]() The Benefits of Quality SleepAre you sleep-starved? Are you aware of the detrimental effects this is having on your health? In your quest for better sleep, here is a preview of what lies ahead of you at the goal. Feel free to print this out and use it to motivate you! ![]() Sleep Disorders - A common problem - An easy solutionBecause the circadian rhythm controls the sleep/wake cycle, circadian rhythm disorder often results in insomnia. If there is a pattern to the sleep disturbance, i.e., one consistently wakes up or falls asleep at the wrong time, or if he/she cannot get to sleep at certain times, it is most likely that his/her circadian rhythm is malfunctioning. ![]() The Sleep Cycles - Simplified!Now that you have a better understand of sleep stages, the final piece of the puzzle is sleep cycles. Instead of progressively going through each stage and waking up after reaching stage 5, the body instead goes from stage 1 to 5 multiple times in a specific order. This is known as a complete sleep cycle. ![]() The Stages of Sleep - Simplified!There are a total of 5 stages of sleep that you go through while asleep. You are not aware of these changes while you’re asleep and each stage serves a different function. Also, there are different sensations whilst at different stages, and you can’t control which stage occurs at what time. It varies from person to person and might also be affected by the environment. ![]() Do You Have a Sleep Disorder?Users always ask me how they can tell if they have a sleep disorder. The advice I usually give them is to use a log book and record any happenings before, during or after your sleep. You will be pleasantly surprised at the results you can glean when you look at these seemingly isolated incidents at a later time. ![]() What is Sleep?In order to stop snoring, improve sleep quality, and eliminate sleep apnea,we must understand sleep.Here, we talk about what is sleep and sleep debt. ![]() Top 8 Sleep MythsWe spend 1/3 of our lives sleeping, and yet, so many people have the wrong perception of it. All the facts of sleep have been passed around and marred over time. See for yourself if you’ve heard any of these myths, and find out the real truth behind them! ![]() Find Great Natural Sleep Aids - Stop Snoring and Get a Good Night SleepIt is bad when you cannot get a good night sleep and if you are snoring then this could be the main cause. There are some great natural remedies that you can use to get a better night sleep. If you have had problems with sleeping for a while then you may be experiencing fatigue during the day and this can cause you to have many issues. It is good to know that there are ways that you can get a better night sleep because we have all had nights were you just could not get to sleep and the next day ![]() Trick Yourself to SleepHave you ever had those moments where you're getting ready to sleep; part of your body feels sleepy and you're actually relieved that after an entire day of work, you will finally get some sleep? Then as you turn off the lights (perhaps you have a small light on in the room), roll into bed, and put the blankets on top of you, you wait for yourself to fall asleep... ![]() 5 Top Tips For a Peaceful Night’s SleepWarning: if it takes you longer than 30 minutes to fall asleep, then you are suffering from insomnia. ![]() Sleep SupportL-tryptophan has been the supplement of choice for people suffering from depression and insomnia for years, nature provides natural sleep support that is both safe and effective. L-tryptophan doesn’t have any development of tolerance with long-term use, and also does not cause difficulties when trying to wake up in the morning.
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