The Effect of Sleep on the Immune System

  As we move through cold and flu season, the key to staying healthy might just be getting a good night’s sleep.  Research has shown that there is a direct link between sleep and the immune system.  One of the consequences of sleep deprivation is a weakening of...

How Sleepy Are You?

It’s time to face facts … we are a nation of sleepy people.  Many of us just aren’t getting the 7-8 hours of sleep each night that experts recommend for good health.  The reasons we are so sleepy vary from diagnosed sleep disorders to bad sleep habits to stress to...

Do’s and Don’ts of a Good Night Sleep

Recent research has rapidly expanded our understanding of sleep and its importance to a healthy lifestyle but all this new information can lead to a lot of confusion. This list of do’s and don’ts will help you establish a healthy sleep hygiene routine so that you can...

What You Need to Know About RLS

Experts believe that the sleep of 12 million Americans may be disrupted by a sleep disorder that many are not even aware they have.  The sleep disorder, Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS), causes sufferers to experience an overwhelming need to move their legs or other parts...