Good sleep is critical to your long-term health. In fact, not getting the sleep you need can increase your risk for a whole host of health problems, including obesity, heart or kidney disease, high blood pressure, diabetes and stroke. Sleep is also important for your mental health and sleep deficiency has been linked to depression, […]
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When Sleep Apnea Goes Undiagnosed
Sleep apnea is the most common sleep disorder and occurs when breathing repeatedly stops and starts during sleep. It affects between 20 and 40 percent of adults, can contribute to many diseases and can lead to serious outcomes, including the following: Cardiovascular diseases Increased insulin resistance in the body, making diabetes more difficult to control […]
Why Sleep Matters: Signs You May Be Sleep Deprived
This is National Sleep Awareness Week, and this year’s theme “Begin with Sleep” highlights the importance of good sleep health for individuals to best achieve their goals. Below, we share some signs that you may be sleep deprived. 8 Signs You May Be Sleep Deprived #1 – You have trouble remembering things. When your body […]
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