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What affects sleep cycles

  • If a person is not breathing well during sleep (snoring or sleep apnea), this will disturb the normal sequences and cause the individual to awaken feeling unrestored.
  • Sleep quality can be diminished by the use of electronic devices, tobacco or alcohol in the evening. 
  • Even eating too close to bedtime can be problematic.

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Feel good guide: Don't snooze your alarm

It's probably best to set your alarm for a specific time and get up then.

Delaying getting out of bed for nine minutes by hitting the snooze is simply not going to give us any more restorative sleep. In fact, it may serve to confuse the brain into starting the process of s...

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Why we hit the snooze button: Does it make us feel better?

It's important to understand why we are using the snooze button in the first place.

For some, it's a habit that started early on. But for many, it can signal a significant problem with sleep. And poor sleep has been shown to be associated with a number of health disorders ...

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Feel good guide: What normal sleep looks like

Our natural body clock regulates functions through what's known as circadian rhythms: physical, mental and behavioral changes that follow a daily cycle.

Most adults require approximately 7,5-8 hours of good sleep per night. This enables us to spend adequate time in the sta...

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There's nothing better than a good cup of tea and a good book.

Does hitting the snooze button really help you feel better? No. It's probably best to set your alarm for a specific time and get up.

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Loud Snoring is harmless

Loud snoring is actually one of the most common symptoms of sleep apnea, a disorder in which an individual can actually stop breathing while asleep.

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  • Avoid all handheld devices
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