Surprising Things That Could Be Keeping You Up at Night

Submitted by Wei-Shin Lai MD on Thu, 04/12/2012 - 17:00

There are many things that could be keeping you up at night, such as stress, a noisy neighbor or a snoring partner. But there are some things that you could be ingesting during your waking day that are unknowingly keeping you up at night.

Vitamins and Minerals

Countless Americans take multivitamins in an effort to improve their health, but what few people know is that it could actually be hurting one area extremely important to health – their sleep.

Longing for a cat nap? You may not be getting a full night’s sleep, thanks to your pet

Submitted by Wei-Shin Lai MD on Wed, 04/04/2012 - 17:00

Whether you’re a cat person or a dog person (or both!), you know that pets are fun, loving creatures that become part of the family. As such, pet owners incorporate their pets into their daily routines, including nighttime habits. Pets joining their owners in bed are a common trend. According to a recent survey of pet owners by the American Pet Products Association, nearly half of dogs sleep in their owners’ beds. As comfortable and cute as it can be, your furry friends may be the reason you are losing sleep at night.
 

How much sleep does your teenager need? Tips to help him or her get a good night’s sleep

Submitted by Wei-Shin Lai MD on Sun, 04/01/2012 - 17:00

According to the National Sleep Foundation, the average teenager needs between 8 ½ and 9 ¼ hours of sleep each night to function at their best.  However, studies have shown that only 15 percent of teenagers are getting the recommended amount of sleep. 
 

7 tips to prepare your bedroom for sleep

Submitted by Wei-Shin Lai MD on Thu, 03/29/2012 - 17:00

The bedroom should be your number one place for sleep. Whether your room is the size of a closet, the master bedroom, or somewhere in between, comfortable and relaxing sleeping quarters are the keys to a good night’s rest. Overcome the challenges of sleeplessness and fall asleep faster by creating a bedroom environment that leads to a satisfying sleep experience.

Can’t sleep? Learn more about the disorder that’s keeping you up at night

Submitted by Wei-Shin Lai MD on Thu, 03/22/2012 - 18:00

According to the National Institutes of Health, nearly 60 million Americans suffer from ongoing insomnia each year. And an estimated 40 percent of all women and 30 percent of men will experience some form of the sleeping disorder during the course of any given year.

With so many individuals experiencing insomnia and suffering the consequences, it’s important to have a better understanding of what the sleeping disorder is and where it’s coming from.

Don’t let jet lag ruin your trip! Follow these tips to adjust your sleep for travel

Submitted by Wei-Shin Lai MD on Wed, 03/21/2012 - 18:00

Whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure, chances are you don’t want to arrive at your destination feeling fatigued and disoriented. But as you cross over time zones, jet lag can wreak havoc on your body and leave you feeling less than your best for that big business meeting or long-awaited vacation. 
  
Here are some tips to put into practice before, during and after the flight to ensure that your mind and body are ready to go as soon as the plane touches down on the tarmac.

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