Weight loss may help treat sleep apnea by reducing tongue fat
In a new study, researchers found that weight loss in obese patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) appears to improve sleep apnea primarily by...
Scientists find the cause of sleep problems in children with autism
In a new study, researchers found that children with autism have more significant sleep difficulties caused by shallower brain waves than typically developing children.
The...
Researchers find a better way to treat sleep loss, insomnia
Chronic insomnia, in which people have difficulties falling asleep or staying asleep at least three nights a week for three months or more, affects...
Just one night of sleep loss can increase Alzheimer’s biomarker in the body
In a new study, researchers found that when young, healthy men were deprived of just one night of sleep, they had higher levels of...
Are melatonin supplements safe for good sleep?
Sleep is essential in the pursuit of a long, healthy life. While some of us are habitual in our sleep-wake schedules, a lot of...
Sleep too little or too much linked to this incurable lung disease
In a new study, researchers have discovered that people who regularly sleep for more than 11 hours or less than 4 hours are 2-3...
Treatment of sleep apnea may help reduce depression
Patients who have had a stroke or heart attack are prone to suffer from low mood and are 2 to 3 times more likely...
How to avoid sleep loss during the holidays
With shorter daylight hours, stress and travel to different time zones, the holiday season can disrupt our circadian rhythm and create sleep difficulties.
Not getting...
5 signs you may have a big risk of sleep apnea
Sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder in which people’s breathing repeatedly stops and starts.
When left untreated, the disease may increase the risk of...
Sleep disturbance may increase risk of migraine headaches
In a new study, researchers confirm that nightly sleep disturbance linked to daily risk of migraine headaches.
The research was conducted by a team from...