90 million Americans snore during sleep, as you’re likely to already know either as a sufferer yourself, or as a long-suffering partner of someone who snores. But while snoring is extremely common, in some cases a person’s snoring can point to a more serious problem, like sleep apnea. While it may not be immediately apparent, …
You have booked your dream vacation to… Thailand! or Kenya! or Australia! No matter where you are going, you know you’re in for a long flight. You also know that if you don’t want to waste days of your precious vacation time catching up on sleep, you’d better find a way to catch some Zzz’s …
Getting a good amount of sleep each night is essential to your overall health and well-being. But why exactly is that? And what does a good amount of sleep look like? At the office of Dr. Mayank Shukla, we believe that a better understanding of your sleep hygiene can lead to more efficient sleep practices …
It turns out REM is not just your favorite 90’s band. The band is named after Rapid Eye Movement (REM), which occurs during the deepest stage of sleep where you experience the most dream activity. There is also NREM or Non-REM sleep which occurs in four phases. Understanding the different stages of the sleep cycle …
Sleep apnea is a common sleeping disorder that affects an estimated 25 million Americans, which affects breathing during sleep. Breathing can become extremely shallow or even pause throughout the night, which can then become disruptive to the overall sleep cycle. This may not seem significant, but if left untreated, can result in a number of …
Common chores can seem far from thought with the daily stresses of our lives. We may choose to ignore those items on our to do list like mopping, scrubbing the stove, or dusting which seem trivial. Although we know the dangers of not cleaning, we choose to risk it because what’s the worst that can …
If you have seen the classic Seinfeld episode where Jerry drugs his date by feeding her Turkey and wine so that he can play with her elusive toy collection, you know just how pervasive the myth of getting sleepy after a turkey meal is. We have all passed out on the couch after a Thanksgiving …
Do you like to take naps? You don’t have to be a child to enjoy them. By understanding how and when to nap properly, you are doing your body a huge favor. Adults are encouraged to take naps when their bodies need to recharge. There’s nothing wrong with taking some time out of your day …
Having trouble sleeping is a common problem among adults. From the stress in our lives to the screens constantly in our faces to all the responsibilities life throws at us, it is easy to see why some of us are insomniacs. Sometimes, winding down before bedtime and getting our minds to “turn off” can be …
Sleep is one of the most important functions our body can do for us. It allows for necessary repair to commence, boosts our mood and focus, and helps us to look and feel our best. Sleep helps us get the rest we need to take on the day and can keep us healthier for longer. …
