Medical News Today • 22nd May 2024

Sleep bradycardia (sinus bradycardia): Symptoms and treatment

Sleep bradycardia is a slow heart rate during sleep. It may be a natural, healthy sleep response or a sign of an underlying health issue. Another name for the condition is sinus bradycardia. Most healthy adults have a heart rate between 60 and 100 beats per minute (bpm) at rest. Bradycardia means that the heart rate is slower than usual. What doctors consider too slow depends on a person’s age and physical condition.

Medical News Today • 13th October 2023

Somniphobia: Symptoms, causes, treatment, and more

Somniphobia is a fear of falling asleep. It can occur if anxiety about sleep turns into an extreme fear or phobia. Certain situations, such as night terrors or sleep disturbances, can trigger somniphobia. Regular sleep is important for a person’s health and well-being. However, for individuals with somniphobia, it can become a source of concern. Some experts may refer to the condition as hypnophobia. Somniphobia disrupts the natural rhythm of rest and rejuvenation, leaving people feeling distres

Greatist • 3rd July 2023

Tart Cherry Juice Sleep: Legit or Myth?

Tart cherry juice may improve sleep thanks to its melatonin and tryptophan content. It’s also rich in nutrients and antioxidants to boost exercise recovery and support overall health. You may have heard whispers in the realm of social media — that’s you, TikTok — about the magical powers of tart cherry juice. But does cherry juice help improve sleep? According to some small-scale studies, this ruby elixir has been linked to better sleep quality and even longer snooze sessions. But before you get

Healthline • 17th March 2023

Celebrate Sleep Awareness Week with Sleep Products Adored by Healthliners

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We’ve compiled a list of the best products for Sleep Awareness Week, all of which have been tested and loved by Healthliners. From mattresses and bedding to pillows and masks, these products can help promote healthy sleeping habits and make your bedroom a more comfortable and inviting place to sleep.

Because your health depends on sleep, Sleep Awar

Medical News Today • 28th February 2023

Hyperparathyroidism and insomnia

Studies have shown that those with hyperparathyroidism may experience insomnia, which may stem from the high levels of calcium in the blood. Hyperparathyroidism is a disorder where one or more parathyroid glands produce too much parathyroid hormone (PTH). The parathyroid glands are four tiny glands in the neck near the thyroid gland. Their main purpose is to regulate calcium levels in the body by secreting PTH, and other hormones, such as calcitonin. In hyperparathyroidism, increased PTH leads t

Medical News Today • 20th December 2022

Insomnia after surgery: Causes and how to overcome it

Many people experience insomnia after surgery. This could be due to pain, anxiety, or disruptions in routine. The medications that doctors use during or after surgery may also contribute to sleeping difficulties. Although quality sleep is important for healing and recovery, sleep disturbances are commonplace in the following a surgical procedure. This article explores insomnia after surgery, including its potential causes, symptoms, and treatment options.

How long does it last? The duration of

Medical News Today • 16th November 2022

Does prednisone cause insomnia? Tips for better sleep

Prednisone is a steroid medication that can cause side effects, including insomnia. People taking this medication may have difficulty falling asleep or stay awake through the night. The mechanisms by which prednisone disrupts sleep are not entirely clear. However, prednisone , which is a hormone involved in the sleep-wake cycle. It also decreases melatonin levels, another hormone involved in sleep regulation. This article looks at whether prednisone causes insomnia and what a person can do if th

HealthNews • 9th November 2022

AHA Adds Sleep to Its Cardiovascular Health Checklist

The importance of sleep for health cannot be overstated. In this active state of unconsciousness, the body can restore and rejuvenate itself, preparing for the demands of another day.

People who get less than the recommended 7 to 9 hours of sleep each night are at increased risk for developing chronic diseases such as obesity, diabetes, stroke, high blood pressure, and heart disease. Sleep is so critical for heart health that the American Heart Association (AHA) has added it to its cardiovascul

HealthNews • 4th November 2022

Study Finds Way to Help Teenagers Get More Sleep

A new study finds that there may be a way to help teenagers get the extra sleep they need on weeknights. The study, published in the journal Sleep, found that using bright light therapy could shift teenagers' internal clocks, allowing them to fall asleep earlier.

Following a long summer of late nights and even later mornings, it can be hard for teenagers to readjust to a school schedule in the fall. A disturbed sleep schedule and lack of sleep can lead to fatigue, poor performance in school, an

HealthNews • 29th July 2022

Sleep Talking or Even Sleepwalking? You Might Have Parasomnia!

Unusual behaviors such as talking, walking, eating, or acting strangely while you sleep are collectively known as parasomnias, a type of sleep disorder.

These actions can happen during the transition into sleep, while asleep, or during arousal from sleep to wakefulness. A sleep partner may think you're awake during parasomnia episodes, but you're unconscious and unlikely to remember when you wake.

While parasomnias are common, particularly in children, they can be frightening and disrupt norma

Medical News Today • 28th April 2022

Is there a link between sleep apnea and high cholesterol?

People with sleep apnea stop breathing while they sleep. The condition can impact a person’s health, and experts now recognize a link between cholesterol and sleep apnea. Sleep apnea disrupts a person’s sleep, which can have negative health effects over time. Researchers have obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and high cholesterol, but it is not clear why the link exists. It is likely a variety of factors explain the connection. Some of these may be physiological changes, such as disturbed sleep affe

Medical News Today • 31st August 2021

5 sleep disorders: Causes, symptoms, and treatment

Sleep is essential. Getting a good night’s rest is important for functioning well during the day. However, a number of sleep disorders can affect how much rest a person gets. Most adults need 7–9 hours of sleep each night. There are for mental and physical health, quality of life, and safety if they do not get enough quality sleep. That said, sleep disorders are common. Experts estimate that as many as adults in the United States have sleep disorders and sleepiness issues. There are many differe

Medical News Today • 24th August 2021

How does Alzheimer's affect sleep?

As a person ages, their sleep patterns typically change, and they can find it more challenging to fall asleep. However, sleep changes in those with Alzheimer’s disease are more complex. Alzheimer’s disease causes progressive, irreversible memory loss and affects how individuals think, reason, and behave. It is the most common type of dementia and is responsible for 60–80% of cases. As Alzheimer’s progresses, it may lead to sleeping problems that disrupt the daily routine of both the person and t

Netdoctor • 12th July 2021

Sleep is vital for good health – here’s how Fitbit can help improve yours

Find it hard to get a decent night's kip? Then read on

Netdoctor • 22nd February 2021

Can’t sleep? Everything you need to know about insomnia

Sleep is essential, and most of us drift off into slumber without a second thought. But if you have an uneasy relationship with sleep, you've likely experienced endless nights troubled by insomnia. Aside from feeling exhausted, the accumulated effects of sleep deprivation can be significant.

Understanding the causes of insomnia and how you can best manage sleep patterns can help resolve this exasperating problem. To find out more about insomnia causes, symptoms and treatment, we spoke to Sleep

Netdoctor • 19th February 2021

Struggling with night terrors? Sleep disorders explained

After a stressful, tiring day, nothing feels better than sinking into a deep, relaxing sleep. Sleep means sweet dreams and restorative rest for most people, but it's a different story for those who suffer from night terrors.

Night terrors are not the same as nightmares. During a night terror, you may sit up suddenly in bed, scream or gasp for air, and behave fearfully. It might look like you're awake, but most people don't wake up and immediately fall back to sleep after an episode.

You might

Medical News Today • 24th August 2020

5 sleep myths: How much sleep do we need?

Sleep is important, but how much is too much? Although we all know sleep is vital to maintain good health, there are still many unanswered questions. And, over the millennia, a variety of myths and half-truths have developed and stuck. This feature is the second and final part of our series that tackles sleep-related myths. Find the first part here. This time, we focus on myths that surround how much sleep the average person needs. We also discuss naps, the effects of sleeping too little or too

Medical News Today • 10th August 2020

5 common myths about sleep

Sleep is mysterious, but science is chipping away at the details. Many animals need sleep of some kind, and if evolution has retained a behavior across many species, it must be important. After all, lying unconscious for hours does not seem like the safest activity for an animal in the wild. So whatever goes on during sleep is vital. “Those little slices of death,” as Edgar Allen Poe referred to sleep, help maintain good physical and mental health. The long-term effects of sleep loss are with a

Medical News Today • 3rd August 2020

Not getting enough sleep stifles positive emotions

A study investigated the effects of going to bed 2 hours later than normal but getting up at the usual time. It found that people not only became more impulsive and prone to mistakes the following day but also experienced a flattening of normally pleasurable feelings. Missing out on a good night’s sleep is a well-known cause of cognitive and emotional problems and making people more accident-prone the next day. Over longer periods, sleep deprivation is associated with worse mental and physical h

NewMouth • 6th January 2020

Sleep Apnea (Causes, Symptoms & Treatment)

Sleep apnea is a condition that causes a person to stop breathing for short periods while sleeping. Because it starves the body of oxygen, sleep apnea can lead to serious health problems, including high blood pressure, heart disease, and stroke.

The causes of sleep apnea depend on the type:1
• Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) — this is the most common type of sleep apnea and is caused by airway obstructions. Often this occurs when the tongue falls backward and blocks the throat. It can also be due