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The Science of Sleep

The Science of Sleep

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Because sleep is vital to our health, more and more research is being conducted on the topic of sleep. Getting a good night’s sleep not only helps us feel refreshed and ready to face everyday challenges, it’s also linked to reducing mortality causes, illnesses and even weight gain! We now know that sleep isn’t just about the number of hours each night. It’s also about making sure those hours are quality sleep hours. So, whether you’re running the kids around, managing multiple projects at work, or simply getting through the day, quality sleep is crucial to keeping you on top of your game.

There are many ways to improve sleep. Understanding what factors affect sleep and the strategies to treat sleep deprivation are the first steps. Once you’ve pin-pointed the problem, it’s easier to determine the best sleep strategy solution. And, we can help!

Sleep 101

Sleep is just as important as diet and exercise. A good night’s sleep improves your productivity and overall quality of life. Your sleep environment and personal preferences also affect your sleep.
> SLEEP 101: HOW DOES SLEEP WORK?

Dreams

Most of us dream for almost two hours each night. This crucial stage of sleep gives the mind a chance to reorganize the day and restore itself.
> WHY DO WE DREAM?

Barriers to Sound Sleep

What causes us to lose sleep? How do you determine if you’re simply having an off night, or if you have a sleep disorder or other medical issue preventing you from getting a good night’s sleep?
> SLEEP DISORDERS AND ALLERGENS

Sound Sleep Strategies

Whether your mattress is lumpy, your partner steals the covers, or you need help getting your kids to sleep faster, we can help.
> WINNING SLEEP STRATEGIES

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