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12 Tips for Better Sleep Hygiene [Visual]

October 19October 19Posted in HealthTagged anxiety, bedtime routine, better sleep, ecogreenlove, exercise, Health, healthy, infographic, insomnia, napping, sleep, sleep hygiene, sleep quality, tips3 Comments

Sleep hygiene is an important part of maintaining healthy sleep and improving sleep quality. Research and studies have identified habits and behaviors, or sleep hygiene, that help you get the sleep you’ve always wanted. With one in three adults in the U.S. not getting enough sleep, according to the CDC, sleep hygiene is an important aspect of our health many aren’t giving

Achieving sleep hygiene takes work and practice. Here are a few tips to start good habits to improve, or establish your sleep hygiene in the infographic below.

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Stats & Facts about Sleep [Infographic]

October 5October 4Posted in HealthTagged artificial light, circadian clock, facts, Health, healthy living, insomnia, lifestyle, myths, nap, siesta, sleep, sleep disorders, sleep quality, stats, wellbeing

How can Sleep improve your Health?

Healthy living has never been as popular as it is today. More and more people are trying to lead balanced lives by taking care of their environment, working-out regularly, and eating well. However, there is one thing they mustn’t neglect – sleep.

Quality sleep time is just as important to health and well-being as food and exercise. But, what if you are one of the 50% of the population that is not getting enough rest and is experiencing daytime sleepiness? In that case, naps are the answer.

Although many people identify napping with laziness, short naps can actually be quite beneficial. In addition to curing drowsiness, they can also make you healthier. Research shows that a quick siesta during the day can significantly reduce the risk of heart failure or stroke.

Taking a nap for 10 to 12 minutes once or twice a week improves your cognitive abilities and mood. It basically gives your body a boost and leaves you feeling refreshed and alert.

For more information on this topic, the team over at DisturbMeNot have you covered. They’ve published a well-researched infographic that details all of the information and a lot more.

If this piqued your interest, then go ahead and read on.

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Healing Aromatherapy Scents + How to use them [Infographic]

July 31July 30Posted in HealthTagged anxiety, aromatherapy, Blood pressure, depression, ecogreenlove, headache, Health, herbal remedies, holistic, infographic, insomnia, nausea, sleep, tips

Aromatherapy has been used for generations as an alternative healing method. While some people may think holistic healing isn’t effective, science says otherwise.

From restless sleep to anxiety and depression to nausea, there is a myriad of scents that have healing properties. You can choose to use essential oils, burn oils or simply incorporate the scent into your daily fragrance routine. Feel free to explore this following list of science-backed scents.

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How to get a Good Night’s Sleep [Infographic]

September 24September 24Posted in HealthTagged Health, infographic, insomnia, sleep, tips2 Comments

If you struggle to get out of bed in the morning, rely on caffeine to get through the day, and stare at your alarm clock all night waiting for sleep to come, you’re not alone. As many as 75 percent of us don’t get enough quality sleep each night to feel refreshed and function at our best.

In this comprehensive guide, is attempted to explain the reasons behind the current sleeplessness epidemic, the extent to which it can affect your health and well-being, and specific steps you can take to get a better night’s sleep starting tonight.

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How Long To Nap For The Biggest Brain Benefits + Tips

September 17September 17Posted in HealthTagged benefis, caffeine, cycle, day, Health, insomnia, nap, napping, sleep, time, tips, walk4 Comments

Originally Published on LifeHacker

Taking a nap, we’ve seen time and again, is like rebooting your brain. Everyone likes to get a quick nap in every now and then, but napping may be as much of an art as it is a science. The Wall Street Journal offers recommendations for planning your perfect nap, including how long to nap and when.

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