If you usually get less than seven hours of sleep, you are probably a short sleeper. Many people are short sleepers due to lifestyle choices. For example, juggling work, recreation, and family responsibilities may not leave enough hours in the day to get the recommended amount of sleep each night. But it’s not just the number of hours we spend asleep. It’s also the quality of your sleep that matters. Some people do not spend enough time in deep sleep. So, even if they get seven hours of sleep,

Between wearables, sleep trackers, and other accessories, today’s sleep technology can help you fall asleep and stay asleep better than ever. Here is a roundup of our favorite sleep technology devices currently on the market. If you search for sleep apps on your smartphone, the number of apps that appear can be overwhelming. To make the decision a little bit easier, we have listed out some of the most popular sleep apps that help you get to sleep and track how well you’re sleeping. Sound apps

If you’ve been diagnosed with sleep apnea or even suspect you may have it, you probably know that it’s important to have it treated before it leads to other, more serious health conditions. The good news is that most cases of sleep apnea can be easily treated. The even better news is that many cases of obstructive sleep apnea can be completely cured. If you aren’t sure how to get rid of sleep apnea, don’t stress because we have provided information on how to cure sleep apnea, as well as sleep ap

When we talk about sleep, we aren’t just talking about from the time your head hits your pillow until you get out of bed in the morning. It isn’t the amount of sleep, but the quality that matters. We’ve all heard we’re supposed to be getting around 7-8 hours of sleep per night but some of us are finding it harder to achieve this. As we age, our sleeping patterns tend to change which may be one of the reasons why you’re noticing differences is your quantity and quality of sleep. Typically it’s t

We all go to bed at night with intentions of waking up feeling rested, refreshed, and ready for the day. But for many people, waking up with a headache interferes with that. Headaches are not uncommon and neither is waking up with them. There are several causes for waking up with headaches, and discovering the cause is the first step to putting a stop to them. 15 Reasons you could be waking up with a headache: • Tension/Stress. Tension headaches are typically caused by stress, anxiety, and dep

Sleep apnea is a common condition that is thought to affect about 22 million Americans.[1] But just because it is so common does not mean it’s normal. You may be wondering, “is sleep apnea dangerous?” Let’s learn more about this sleep disorder and how you can treat it. Sleep apnea is a condition that’s characterized by pauses in breathing while you sleep. These pauses can last for several seconds to even minutes at a time. Normally when we sleep air flows smoothly into the nose, through the ai

Snoring is not only a nuisance, but it can interrupt your sleep or keep your partner awake. Fortunately, there are enough anti-snoring devices on the market so you should be able to find one that works for you. Snoring devices are offered in different forms such as mouth guards, chin straps, bumpers, and pillows. Finding the best anti-snoring device may seem a little overwhelming since there are so many to choose from. Here is the rundown on some of the best devices for 2019. Snoring is cause

Having difficulty falling asleep is not uncommon for many people. Often, stress and anxiety are the causes for sleeplessness. Practicing good Sleep Hygiene can help some people sleep, but isn’t always enough. If stress is keeping you awake, it may help to supplement your normal sleep routine with some calming rituals to help you fall asleep. Guided Meditation to Help You Fall Asleep Guided meditation is known to be effective in reducing stress as well as improving the overall quality of life.

Your neck doesn’t only hold up your head. It also plays an important part in holding and protecting blood vessels and nerves that run from the brain to the rest of the body. With such an important job, it’s important that the neck stay healthy and in proper alignment, otherwise, pain can occur. Neck pain is common among adults and can occur as sudden pain, or chronic pain, lasting over time. Why could you be having neck pain? • Head leaning forward. So much of our lives are spent with our head

ASMR stands for Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response and is described by many who experience this as a tingling sensation that starts in the head or neck and travels down the spine. It can make you feel relaxed, calm or even make you feel like you could fall asleep. The internet, including YouTube, is flooding right now with information on “ASMR.” If you’ve ever had this feeling, it may have been during a massage, while someone brushes your hair, whispers in your ear, or you hear certain (usual

What are the Best Foods to Eat While Pregnant? We often hear the phrase “you’re eating for two,” referring to someone who’s expecting. Part of this is true. If you’re pregnant, you are technically eating for yourself and for your baby. But this doesn’t mean you should stuff your face of whatever you get your hands on. And it doesn’t mean to double the amount of what you normally eat just because you’re feeding two humans.

This March we will be adjusting as we adjust the clocks on their walls to “spring forward,” an hour. This is known as daylight saving time and was created so we could take advantage of longer daylight hours which come from a tilt of the Earth’s axis. It seems like the internal body clock adjustment should be just as easy as changing the clock on the wall, but usually it seems much more difficult. Why does the change effect our bodies so much? Circadian rhythms. Changing the time on our clocks f

Summer nights mean late nights for many families. With school out for summer, routines seem to fly out the window. The extra hours of daylight, family vacations, and not having to wake up early for school tends to make children stay up later than their normal bedtimes. Getting away from normal sleep routines for the summer months may not seem like a big deal, but it can have negative impacts on children mentally and physically. Children, just like adults, have internal body clocks that regulate

Tis the season! That means holiday foods lurking around every corner, staring us in the eyes just waiting to be eaten. And since most of us probably aren’t surrounded by fellow modern-day cavemen (and women), it can make indulging in holiday food so much more tempting. If this makes you anxious, calm down. You can make holiday temptations more bearable for yourself, so relax. Start now by getting your eating habits in check before the holidays hit. First and probably most important of all, cut

What if you could have a vitamin-filled, nutrient-dense alternative to popular, caffeinated canned drinks and coffee? Sounds good, right? Buddy Shots are personalized energy shots designed for your needs. What is your go-to beverage for a boost of energy? Coffee? Energy Drinks? Energy shots? Yes, that’s what I thought. The beverage industry is flooded with these drinks. They can be effective for a quick energy boost. That’s obvious. But are they really the best option? Let’s look into this. C

Thank you SO MUCH to everyone who participated in our survey last week!! Your responses have been INCREDIBLY helpful!! Based on the results, here's what you all told us you want: • None Gift cards for our new MONTHLY giveaways Done and done! Starting today we're sending a weekly email mag and we'll be sure to include plenty of recipes. Beginning in January the magazine content will be much shorter and a lot more bite-sized, actionable tips, but for now we'll finish sending out all the longer art

Halloween and paleo don’t exactly go hand-in-hand. But celebrating Halloween doesn’t mean you have to blow your diet and feel like shit, and it especially doesn’t mean you have to be tempted with cheap-ass candy and pumpkin-shaped sugar cookies. These fingers are almost too creepy-looking to eat, but they sure are tasty. I use a homemade Larabar recipe and before letting them set, I shape them like fingers and use a spoon to make little lines over the knuckles. Sliced almonds make perfect nasty

Oh, the struggle of parenting! Trying to raise a healthy kid in today’s processed world is ​NOT easy. There are food commercials glamorizing sugar-coated cereal, packaging made just for kids in pretty colors and designs, everyone and their mothers trying to pass off candy and “treats” to kids that don’t belong to them, fast food commercials showing off “must-have” toys…there are so many things working against a mom just trying to raise her kid to eat real FOOD. Then there’s the kid. We love th

For those of you suffering from difficulty sleeping, anxiety, or insomnia, there may be an answer for you that does not involve medication. Weighted blankets are known to help when it comes to getting the rest you need and are a great solution for those looking to solve their sleep issues naturally. A weighted blanket is exactly what it sounds like — a heavy blanket usually weighing anywhere from 5 to 25 lbs. They are known to be calming which is how they help you sleep. Many describe their exp