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What's So Important About Sleep?
Next in our series of Cool-jams Sleep Articles discusses the importance of sleep...that precious commodity. Think of everything you do during your day. Try to guess which activity is so...
7 Tips to Get Better Sleep on the Road
Whether you’re traveling for work or pleasure, climbing into a hotel bed has nothing on your own sleep sanctuary. Just because you’re on the road doesn’t mean your sleep has...
Alcohol and Sleep
Alcohol is synonymous with relaxation – you enjoy a glass of wine with dinner or unwind with a cocktail or two after work. So it would seem natural to enjoy...
The Benefits of a Power Nap
You’ve been on the move all day with no break in sight. Between your commute, meetings and last-minute errands, you’re ready to forget about dinner and crawl right into bed....
Why Women May Be Sleepier than Men
  You and your partner go to bed at the same time every night, and while you may think you’re getting the same amount of sleep, studies show that despite...
Is Sleep More Important Than Food?
Did you depriving a person of sleep is a form of torture according to Amnesty International? We can survive without food for quite a long time, but not without sleep....
How Important Is Beauty Sleep?
A small new study now suggests that your best beauty trick is good old fashioned sleep! Beauty Sleep Research showed what you've probably seen in the mirror after a rough...
Can Sleep Help Athletic Performance?
Does extra sleep boost athletic achievement? About 10 years ago a Stanford researcher found a link between peak physical performance and sleep.  In Dr. Cheryl Mah's early research on swimmers,...
Will Turkey Really Make You Sleepy this Thanksgiving?
Nothing compares to the annual Thanksgiving feast. Mashed potatoes, stuffing, gravy, sweet potato casserole and green beans are just some of the items on the menu. But they pale in...
Is Your Smartphone Impacting Your Sleep?
Most of us are rarely without our smartphones, even when we start to relax after a busy day. Whether you’re spending time on social media, playing a game or checking...
Which Sleep Position is Best For You?
Some people swear by sleeping on their sides, while other people just can’t drift off unless they’re lying flat on their backs. No matter which position you prefer to sleep...
Can Kiwi Fruit Help Promote Better Sleep?
Are you having problems getting enough sleep? Did you know that 1 in 3 adults that suffer symptoms of insomnia? There are drugs like Valium that you can take for...
Is there an Ideal Temperature for Sleep?
One of the biggest factors in the quality of your sleep is your body temperature. If you’re too cold, it can be hard to fall asleep. If you get too...
Can You Make Up For Lost Sleep On Weekends?
How to Catch Up On Sleep Sleep is a precious commodity for most of us. Many don't get enough during the work week, so they try to make up for...
4 Tips to Cool Down a Hot Bed
Whether you have a thick, heavy pillow top memory foam mattress or simply live in a hot area that gets very stuffy at night, sleeping in a hot bed is...
3 Must-Have Travel Accessories for Better Sleep
Are you the type of person who always has trouble falling asleep in unfamiliar places?  Or looking for a gift for the frequent flyer? Whether you’re holiday shopping, traveling to...
How Season Change May Disrupt Sleep
Cooler weather is upon us and with it comes shorter days and colder temperatures. While some people rejoice about the extra hour we get when we turn our clocks back,...
If You Sleep Better, Do You Look Better?
What's the deal about beauty sleep? Is it true that sleeping helps you look more attractive? According to Medical News Today, people who finally get sleep after being treated for...
Can Sleep Help Your Brain?
Scientists have found that there are certain genes involved in replenishing the cells in our brains. It seems  that they are activated during sleep, according to a study in mice....
How to Combat a Bad Night's Sleep
There’s nothing worse than bad night’s sleep. You lay down after a long day hoping to drift off into a relaxing slumber, but your mind or your body refuses to...
Can Hypnosis Help You Sleep?
In the US, over a quarter of the population report not getting enough sleep, and almost 10% have chronic insomnia. But new research from two universities in Switzerland suggests hypnosis...