Think rest and relaxation are just nice-to-haves? You may want to think again. R&R, whether it be rest and relaxation or rest and recreation, are essential for good health. What does “rest” really mean? The Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines rest as a state of minimal function…
Sleep articles
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Getting a good night’s sleep is as important to your health as regular exercise and eating healthy. The recommended amount of sleep for most adults is seven to nine hours.1 Not getting it could leave you feeling irritable, stressed, sad or tired. You may struggle…
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In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to push sleep down to the bottom of your priority list. But we’re here to tell you: Don’t! The benefits of sleep are profound. Not only does having enough sleep give you energy and help you focus, sleep also…
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Few topics get parents jabbering more than sleep. Every child’s needs and rhythms are different, and overtiredness can wreak havoc on a home. From navigating night-wakings and naps when they’re little to balancing busy schedules and screen time as they age, how’s a parent to…
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In today’s “git ‘er done” society with non-stop connectivity, getting enough sleep can be more challenging than ever. In addition to making us feel groggy and foggy, sleep deprivation can cause us to have accidents, impair our memory, and may lead to longer-term chronic concerns…
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Do you wake up in the morning tired and grumpy? Do you grab a coffee or a nap each afternoon when your energy level takes a nose dive? At least 40 million Americans suffer from chronic long-term sleep disorders, and 20 million more struggle with…
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