Naps Don’t Counter Sleep Deprivation
Razi Berry A nap during the day won’t restore a sleepless night, says the latest study from Michigan State University’s Sleep and Learning Lab. “We are interested in understanding cognitive deficits associated with sleep deprivation. In this study, we wanted to know if a short nap during the deprivation period would mitigate these deficits,” said […]
Caffeine Not the Best for Fighting Sleep Deprivation
Razi Berry Rough night of sleep? Relying on caffeine to get you through the day isn’t always the answer, says a new study from Michigan State University. Researchers from MSU’s Sleep and Learning Lab, led by psychology associate professor Kimberly Fenn, assessed how effective caffeine was in counteracting the negative effects of sleep deprivation on […]
Link Between Students’ Grades and Sleep Habits
Razi Berry Two MIT professors have found a strong relationship between students’ grades and how much sleep they’re getting. What time students go to bed and the consistency of their sleep habits also make a big difference. And no, getting a good night’s sleep just before a big test is not good enough — it […]
Sleep More, Study Less, Perform Better on Exams
Razi Berry A recent study underlines the importance of a good night’s sleep for mental performance. In fact, for students, a night of sleep may be better than using that time for studying, for a final exam, for instance. This is what was found when students at Baylor University were given extra points if they […]
Having Trouble Sleeping? Make a To-Do-List to Help Catch Some Zzzzz’s
Node Smith, ND Could Writing a “To-Do” List at Bedtime Help You Sleep? There are many reasons why people have trouble sleeping. But one thing is for sure, people have trouble sleeping. A current estimate from the National Sleep Foundation states that 40 percent of Americans struggle with sleep. Always being “On” and Available 24/7 […]
Bedtime Smartphone Use May be Impacting Sleep and Nutrition
Node Smith, ND Cleaning up Nighttime Sleep Routines You may have heard that if you’re having trouble sleeping you shouldn’t look at a digital screen for at least an hour before bed. This is a common naturopathic recommendation, and simply one of a handful of recommendations for “sleep hygiene.” Sleep hygiene is how we “clean” […]
Poor Sleep Quality Could Lead to Risky Behavior
Lack of Sleep May be Precursor to Risk-Seeking Behavior Researchers from the University of Zurich, have connected a lack of sleep to an increase in risk-seeking behavior.1 Decreased sleep quality and amount is known to impact many physiological aspects of health, including metabolism, immune health, and injury repair. It is also a vital component of […]
Sleep Apnea and Cancer, The Not-So-Silent Connection
Dr. Hillary Lampers, ND It’s February, St. Valentine’s month of love, chocolate, and cuddling with your partner in bed, until snoring like a freight train, drives many partners to the guest room, or couch. This scenario is played out in millions of bedrooms around the world due to the not-so-sexy condition of sleep apnea. Sleep […]