With snoring affecting over 40% of the UK population, it’s important to know whether the problem is caused by sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is a potentially serious disorder which repeatedly interrupts breathing during sleep, meaning that the brain and body do not get enough oxygen...
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If you lie awake night after night, staring at the walls while your mind races through a billion different subjects, take solace in that fact that you are not alone. Studies have shown that more than half of adults in the UK struggle with sleep and as many as 36% suffer wit...
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Good news for anyone who loves an afternoon nap – taking a siesta is actually supposed to be good for you!
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Developing a regular yoga practice not only helps with fitness and flexibility but can also have a huge impact on creating a calm mind before bedtime. The combination of deep breathing and movement creates a unique meditation that activates your parasympathetic nervous system ...
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Sleep is an essential tool in maintaining mental health. Studies have shown that getting enough rest helps the brain to process emotional information and regulate moods, while a lack of it increases the chances of emotional disturbance and reactivity...
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While the relationship between sleep, learning and memory is not yet fully understood, research indicates that that sleep effects both in two ways.
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The clocks have finally gone forwards which means that we might have lost an hour, but Spring is here! While losing an hour is not as great as gaining one, there are lots of ways to manage the transition.
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Sleep has been the subject of many scientific studies over the years, and the general consensus is that a good diet, plenty of exercises and a reduction in stress can help most people get a better night’s sleep. But is it as simple as that?
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If you have trouble sleeping at night, it might be that your eating habits are the cause.
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Our last blog looked at some of the foods which can improve your sleep. Some of these foods are beneficial for enhancing rest because they contain high amounts of tryptophan...
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