Archive for April, 2009

April 28 2009

Overcoming Sleep Disorders

Overcoming Sleep Disorders

For millions of humans the night regularly becomes a nightmare. Instead of finding the desired peace and recovery, they suffer from disturbing sleep disorders. And that has noticeable consequences for their health and well-being. A durable lack of sleep can have serious consequences.

In addition an alarming number: 24% of the deadly accidents on motorways are attributed to falling asleep momentarily, briefly dozing off. The fact t

April 26 2009

Sleep Disorders in Children: Under-diagnosed and Under-treated

Sleep Disorders in Children: Under-diagnosed and Under-treated

A lot of attention has been focused on diagnosing and treating obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in adults, and rightly so. But in all this excitement and interest, we have lost sight of our children. Children are also affected by sleep disorders, including those commonly found in adults, such as snoring, obstructive sleep apnea, insomnia, and restless legs syndrome. According to the National Sleep Foundation, more than two-thirds of children in A

April 22 2009

Are you Experiencing Sleep Apnea Symptoms?

Are you Experiencing Sleep Apnea Symptoms?

Sleep disorders are some of the hardest to diagnose correctly. For one thing, the one experiencing the symptoms is not aware of them because they are asleep. Loved ones and friends may even be the first to know that something is wrong.

Know This Disorder

There are two types of sleep apnea: Central, caused by physical problems, and Obstructive, caused by neurological problems. The term apnea pertains to the gaps in b

April 22 2009

Know the Solutions of Sleeping Disorders

Know the Solutions of Sleeping Disorders

The treatment is related to the cause, if the cause can be determined. If there is an obvious physical or psychological disorder causing insomnia, it should be treated. Depression is a very common cause of insomnia and can usually be treated with medication, cognitive behavioral therapy, or interpersonal therapy.

In addition, oral appliance therapy, positional therapy, somnoplasty, laser surgery or UP3 (where the tissue at the ba

April 21 2009

An Alternative Approach For Overcoming A Sleep Disorder

An Alternative Approach For Overcoming A Sleep Disorder

Having a sleep disorder can be very disruptive to everyday life. Sleep deprived people are usually excessively tired and sleepy. They tend to become irritable and very emotional. At times they become a danger, not only to themselves, but also to those around them.

Some people use alternative, natural ways to lessen the effects of their sleep disorder. Many people focus on diet and nutrition, while others use herbs and supplements. St

April 19 2009

Insomnia: Sleep Aids and Medications

Insomnia: Sleep Aids and Medications

There are many instances in which behavioral and environmental changes aren’t effective at treating or curing insomnia. There are also times when insomnia sufferers simply don’t wish to try these other types of treatments and cures. Fortunately for those individuals, several effective sleep aids and medications are available.

If taken correctly and only as needed for short periods of time, prescription medications need not cause

April 14 2009

Music Can Help With Sleeping Disorders

Music Can Help With Sleeping Disorders

Millions of people around the world suffer from a number of different sleep disorders and try many methods for solving the problems that come with most of these sleep disorders. People have tried sleep aids that contain medications, relaxation techniques, mechanical sleep aids, and even creating a bed time routine to relax the body and the mind enough for the person to get enough sleep each night. There is one treatment method for sleep disorders

April 14 2009

Get Rid of Sleeping Disorders

Get Rid of Sleeping Disorders

“A good laugh and a long sleep are the best cures in the doctor’s book.” ~ Irish Proverb

We all need a good sleep after a hard day’s work. Sleeping help us energize and rebuild the stamina that was lost during the day. It is very important to have a great sleep, since it’s associated with rest and time for mental regeneration. Some says 3 to 4 hours of sleep makes them feel good and contented. Others say they need more t

April 13 2009

Introduction to Narcolepsy Sleep Condition

Introduction to Narcolepsy Sleep Condition
April 13 2009

Can Sleep Help You Lose Weight

Can Sleep Help You Lose Weight

There are several explanations for why sleep problems causes weight gain.  Two key players are the hormones leptin and ghrelin.  Leptin suppresses appetite while ghrelin does just the opposite – it stimulates it. In just a few weeks of not sleeping well, your leptin levels can decrease by as much as 15%. Instead of registering that you are no longer hungry, your brain receives the message, ‘Hey! I am hungry. I need to eat.’  Uh oh! A few y

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