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Why Sleep?

Saturday, March 17th, 2007

Let’s go back to the basics again. They are important. Technorati Profile
Sleep needs no definition, especially for most people who have longed for the sweet experience of deep slumber. Sleep may be defined as that stage in which a person is supposed to experience total relaxation of body and mind. During sleep, a […]

Better Mattress = Better Sleep

Wednesday, March 14th, 2007

Sleep is an essential factor in our day-to-day health. Most adults need a minimum of 6-8 hours of sleep per day in order to function to their optimum level. Without this stipulated time, we feel drowsy and our reflexes might not be as quick as they are supposed to be. We need to spend enough […]

Treating Childhood Insomnia

Sunday, March 11th, 2007

You may not know this, but insomnia is a sleep disorder which can occur in all age groups. While stress is the main cause of insomnia in adults, childhood insomnia occurs for totally different reasons.
What Causes Childhood Insomnia?
Childhood insomnia is believed to be caused by two main factors:

The failure to assign and keep […]

Is Caffeine A Cause Of Insomnia?

Wednesday, March 7th, 2007

Skip That Last Cup After Dinner
Are you a serious insomniac, sometimes going for more than 24 hours without sleep? Try eliminating caffeine from your diet. Caffeine is a stimulant that can cause a person to stay up when all they really want to do is sleep. Could it be, if you can’t find sleep, that […]

What is Your Definition of Insomnia?

Saturday, March 3rd, 2007

If you were asked to define insomnia, what would you say? Some people say they are suffering from insomnia if they have trouble falling asleep for a night or two. Others would say that is is waking up too early. Let’s examine four basic types of insomnia.
Difficulty Falling Asleep
Difficulty falling asleep is one definition of […]