Insomnia, whether short-term transient or chronic, can have a serious detrimental effect on how we perform during the day in the family unit and at work. It can leave use feeling lethargic and irritable so it’s important to understand what exactly is causing our sleeping difficulties. Below, in no particular order, are the 5 main [...]
I’m one of the estimated 40% of people who suffer from moderate to severe sleep deprivation so when I was offered the chance to review the ‘NightWave Sleep Assistant – Orginal Version’, I jumped at the chance ( or I would have if I’d had the energy!). Sleep deprivation is a terrible affliction that causes [...]
There seems to be something innate in human nature that causes us to respond to music even from an early age. Without being taught, a toddler will start to move rhythmically to the music that they hear on the radio. For centuries or even millennia, lullabies have been sung to babies to help them peacefully [...]
I’m one of the estimated 40% of people who suffer from moderate to severe sleep deprivation so when I was offered the chance to review the ‘NightWave Sleep Assistant – Orginal Version’, I jumped at the chance ( or I would have if I’d had the energy!). Sleep deprivation is a terrible affliction that causes [...]
Here is a list of natural herbs that our team at iSleepBetter.com has tested and deemed effective in relieving daytime sleepiness and troubles falling asleep. Passion Flower Passion flower, or Passiflora, derives its name from the passion of Jesus. Christian missionaries, in the 15th century, symbolized the appearance and structure of the flower with the [...]
A comfortable bedroom environment is essential to getting a good and restful night’s sleep. A warm bedroom free of distractions relaxes your body and mind and encourages sleep. With a few simple changes to your bedroom conditions, you can create a soothing and calming atmosphere that is conducive to sleep and say goodbye to your [...]
Learning how to breathe and relax properly can be a great way to reduce stress and anxiety and encourage sleep. By taking slower deeper breaths we dilate our blood vessels and induce a feeling of sedation. Recent research, at the National Institute of Health, has shown that deep breathing lowers the amount of salt in [...]
A warm bath in the evening can help prepare you for sleep but it is important that the bath is not taken too close to bed-time as the effects of the warm water on you body temperature will initially stimulate you. Allow around 30 minutes between the end of your bath and bed-time so that [...]
Insomnia affects countless sufferers every night and leads to problems within the family and at work. We feel tired, miserable and irritable and our judgment is impaired which leads to poor decision making; all of which leads to arguments and stress and even more sleep problems! It’s important that adults sleep for around 7 or [...]
Insomnia, whether short-term transient or chronic, can have a serious detrimental effect on how we perform during the day in the family unit and at work. It can leave use feeling lethargic and irritable so it’s important to understand what exactly is causing our sleeping difficulties. Below, in no particular order, are the 5 main [...]
Having a child with sleep problems can be a very disruptive because both the child and parents suffer. By changing a few aspects of your home life you can look forward to both you and your child having a good night’s sleep! Sleeping Together As a parent, it’s very tempting to lie down next to [...]
Sleeping with a snorer can sometimes feel like your bed is situated in the middle of a building site or runway of a busy international airport! A slight shove is all it takes to stop the snoring but what are the chances you can get back to sleep in the intervening 5 minutes before the [...]
Learning how to breathe and relax properly can be a great way to reduce stress and anxiety and encourage sleep. By taking slower deeper breaths we dilate our blood vessels and induce a feeling of sedation. Recent research, at the National Institute of Health, has shown that deep breathing lowers the amount of salt in [...]
A warm bath in the evening can help prepare you for sleep but it is important that the bath is not taken too close to bed-time as the effects of the warm water on you body temperature will initially stimulate you. Allow around 30 minutes between the end of your bath and bed-time so that [...]
Here is a list of natural herbs that our team at iSleepBetter.com has tested and deemed effective in relieving daytime sleepiness and troubles falling asleep. Passion Flower Passion flower, or Passiflora, derives its name from the passion of Jesus. Christian missionaries, in the 15th century, symbolized the appearance and structure of the flower with the [...]
A warm bath in the evening can help prepare you for sleep but it is important that the bath is not taken too close to bed-time as the effects of the warm water on you body temperature will initially stimulate you. Allow around 30 minutes between the end of your bath and bed-time so that [...]
Herbal remedies are now as much a part of the western world as the east. Where traditional western medicine seeks to diagnose a specific ailment, herbal remedies will often take a more holistic approach which involves all aspects of a person’s life, relationships and spirit. Increasingly people with sleep problems are turning to herbal remedies [...]
Research has shown that children who enjoy a good night’s sleep are more alert, less irritable, boast improved memory and concentration and perform better at school than those who don’t sleep as well. A lack of sleep in children can cause behavioural issues and, in the worse case, depression so it’s important to get them [...]
Maintaining a regular schedule of physical activity during the day not only keeps you fit but helps to relax the body in preparation for a deep and restful sleep during the night. A good strenuous workout can also help to take your mind away from the stresses and anxieties that the daily routine of family [...]
A comfortable bedroom environment is essential to getting a good and restful night’s sleep. A warm bedroom free of distractions relaxes your body and mind and encourages sleep. With a few simple changes to your bedroom conditions, you can create a soothing and calming atmosphere that is conducive to sleep and say goodbye to your [...]
Dairy products, foods produced from cow’s milk, form a large part of a family’s staple diet, particularly in the west. The product family includes milk, cheese, butter, cream, ice cream and yogurt; foods which are high-energy and rich in calcium as well as being delicious! Unfortunately for some, it can be dairy products that are [...]
A common and sometimes serious problem that is caused by obesity is sleep apnea. A sufferer of sleep apnea will periodically stop breathing whilst they are asleep. This can last from a few seconds up to a minute and can happen 20 to 30 times during the night. The sufferer may be totally oblivious to [...]
Snoring is a chronic condition and affects an estimated 30% of men and women. This is a large percentage but it is a little misleading because if the snorer has a partner then it is two people who suffer, not just the one. Snoring causes a reduction in the number of good quality hours of [...]
Narcolepsy is a sleep disorder that causes tiredness during the day and sometimes uncontrollable urges to fall asleep. It is a chronic non life-threatening condition that is thought to be caused by disruptions to the sleep-wake cycles of the brain. There are many symptoms of the disorder but the 4 main ones are: Excessive Daytime [...]
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Insomnia affects countless sufferers every night and leads to problems within the family and at work. We feel tired, miserable and irritable and our judgment is impaired which leads to poor decision making; all of which leads to arguments and stress and even more sleep problems! It’s important that adults sleep for around 7 or [...]
Top Five Conditions That Can Cause Insomnia
Insomnia, whether short-term transient or chronic, can have a serious detrimental effect on how we perform during the day in the family unit and at work. It can leave use feeling lethargic and irritable so it’s important to understand what exactly is causing our sleeping difficulties. Below, in no particular order, are the 5 main [...]