Every cell in your body has its own internal clock, regulated by a master clock in your brain. This clock directs the timing of your sleeping and eating patterns, your metabolism and energy, your brain function, immune function, and more to shift through cycles of daytime activity and nighttime recovery.
If you persistently have trouble sleeping, it’s important to identify the root cause. Sleep loss is a pretty common problem, and the reasons for it are mostly common, too. Here are 5 of the most likely reasons you're not sleeping well, and how you can get your sleep back on track.
Most of us have great intentions to get in better shape. We just can’t seem to fit it into our schedules. But the truth is that the biggest obstacles are mental ones. All it takes is a little planning and a few psychological tricks to keep you motivated. Here are some simple fitness hacks for busy people.
If you’re well acquainted with the afternoon slump, consider yourself in good company. It seems like every year, Americans are sleeping less, working more, and drinking more coffee to get through the day. The good news is that a few simple healthy habits can make a big difference in our energy.
Are you having too many sleepless, restless nights? Do you get stress and tension headaches? Do you struggle to get through your workout without feeling wasted? These could be signs of stress and burnout, but they could also be signs that you are low in magnesium.
Research suggests that ashwagandha can be very effective at improving our tolerance to stress and reducing its harmful effects on our health. This is good news for everyone, but it’s especially good for women. To understand why, you need to understand what stress is doing to your body.
Studies show that roughly a third of adults aren't getting enough sleep. So, what can we do to improve our sleep? It really comes down to diet, but getting all the vitamins and nutrients you need can be difficult. That's why taking supplements to fill in any gaps that you may be missing can help you catch some zzz's.
As a recent study
1 found, many people do not get enough sleep. Currently, there are claims that the average Briton runs on just six hours of sleep a night.
Lack of sleep often varies, yet the reasons are often linked to underlying psychological issues
2. However, a new study 3 is claiming it may be down [...]
We all have an internal clock that tells us when it's time to wake up or go to sleep. But we don't always listen to it, and sometimes our unhealthy habits can throw off our natural rhythm. When we aren't getting good sleep, our physical and mental health suffers. Here are just a few of the benefits we get from good sleep.
I'm sure you've been told about the importance of eating a balanced diet, regularly exercising, and sleeping. The problem is, we all live busy lives and we can't always follow a strict diet and exercise program.
That is where supplements come in. Providing yourself with some natural vitamins and supplements can help to give you the [...]
Are you struggling with creeping weight gain, despite your best efforts? Your diet and exercise habits may not be the only factors at play. Research shows that if you are chronically stressed and suffer from sleep issues, your body is more likely to pack on extra pounds.
