Most people at least have an inkling that the human body needs seven to nine hours of sleep every night for good health. However, in reality, a large (and growing!) number of people do not achieve this magic number. Work, errands, housekeeping, laundry and social obligations all keep us from our pillows every night, leaving […]
Melatonin is a natural hormone made in the human body to induce and maintain sleep. Many people who have sleep disorders take supplements containing this hormone, with varying effects. New research suggests that a unique formulation called pulsatile-release melatonin may be the answer to the sleep woes of many people. How Your Body Releases Melatonin […]
With colds and virulent flu strains sweeping the nation this winter, many people are looking for healthy and natural ways to avoid getting sick. Many supplements on the market offer protection, but these have mixed results in scientific research. There is only one thing that is proven to help you defend against these common cold-weather […]
Most people have what they consider an “ideal sleep temperature.” Whether you are the type to kick off covers and eschew socks or the kind who cannot get warm and cozy enough, you probably have a preferred degree of warmth that you need for sound slumber. Although we all have a different favorite temperature for […]
Affecting more than 18 percent of all adults, anxiety disorders are one of the most common classes of mental disorders worldwide. Unfortunately, they are incredibly expensive as well as common, costing an estimated total of $42 billion in the United States alone. Although we are learning more and more about how to manage these illnesses, we […]
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