Tag: sleep hygiene
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Poor Sleep Quality Accelerates Brain Aging: What Science Reveals
Introduction: Sleep, Brain Aging, and The Big Question For years, scientists have examined the uneasy relationship between sleep and brain health. While it is established that sleep problems are associated with dementia and cognitive decline, a key question remained: does poor sleep actively accelerate brain aging, or is it simply an early symptom of neurodegenerative…
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The Perfect Evening Routine: How to Prepare for Bed—from Blue Light to Baths
Why a strong evening routine matters for sleep After a demanding day, it’s tempting to collapse onto the couch and doomscroll until bedtime. But a thoughtfully designed evening routine signals to your body that it’s time to wind down, reducing stress hormones and easing the transition to sleep. A consistent night ritual can improve sleep…
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Poor Sleep Quality Accelerates Brain Aging: What You Need to Know
New Evidence Links Sleep Quality to Brain Aging For years, researchers have explored the relationship between sleep and cognitive health. A growing body of evidence now suggests that poor sleep quality does more than leave you tired in the morning: it may accelerate brain aging and increase the risk of cognitive decline over time. While…
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The Perfect Evening Routine: How to Prepare for Bed From Blue Light to Baths
Why a Consistent Evening Routine Matters When the day finally ends, a calm, predictable wind-down routine can make the transition from wakefulness to sleep smoother. A thoughtful routine reduces stress hormones, signals to your brain that it’s time to rest, and improves sleep quality. This guide walks you through practical steps—from adjusting light exposure to…
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How to Beat Winter Blues: Expert Tips for a Brighter Season
Understanding the Winter Blues December brings festive moments, family gatherings, and the promise of holidays. Yet many people also face a downturn in mood as days shorten and sunlight fades. In Canada and many northern regions, roughly a portion of the population experiences what experts call the winter blues or seasonal mood shifts. While not…
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How Waking Up Late Affects Vitamin D: Expert Insights
Why Morning Light Matters for Vitamin D Vitamin D, often called the sunshine vitamin, is primarily produced in your skin when exposed to ultraviolet B (UVB) rays from the sun. Morning sunlight is particularly valuable because the angle of the sun at dawn provides a spectrum rich in UVB without the intensity seen later in…
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Reducing Sleep Drug Use Helps Older Adults Live Better
Overview: Sleep Medications and Aging New research suggests that cutting back on sleep medications could help older adults enjoy better health and greater independence. The study, published online October 24 in The Lancet Regional Health — Americas, examines the long-term effects of reduced use of prescribed or over-the-counter sleep aids on daily living and overall…
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Beyond Coffee: Practical Ways to Wake Up and Power Through Your Day
Rethinking Your Morning Start For many, the first sip of coffee is a ritual more than a beverage, a cue that the day has begun. But caffeine isn’t the only path to alertness. A growing body of research suggests that structured routines, smart nutrition, light exposure, and movement can deliver steady energy without the jitters…
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Why Sleep Experts Urge Abolishing Daylight Saving Time
Daylight Saving Time disrupts the body’s clock Every spring and fall, millions adjust their clocks, but sleep experts warn that this biannual shift isn’t merely a nuisance. It perturbs the body’s internal clock, or circadian rhythm, which governs sleep, mood, and metabolic processes. The disruption isn’t about losing an hour of sleep for one night;…
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Excessive Daytime Sleepiness: When Sleep Loss Becomes a Medical Issue
Understanding Excessive Daytime Sleepiness (EDS) Excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS) is more than just feeling tired after a long day. It describes a persistent urge to sleep or doze that interferes with daily activities, alertness, and performance. In an interview with SADE OGUNTOLA, Dr. Ahmad Abefe Sanusi, a neurologist at Al Qunfudah General Hospital in Saudi…