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Oct 03, 2008 -
Some of you may have a difficult time falling or staying asleep, but others are the opposite. You hit snoozeland as soon as your head hits the pillow and you could end up sleeping until lunch. If that's the case, you probably have a really tough time waking up, and this little device called the Sleeptracker Pro ($179) may interest you.
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Sep 15, 2008 -
Difficulty sleeping, can make the night long and the following day feel even longer. Ads for prescription sleeping pills run frequently on late-night TV, but studies show that adopting healthy sleep hygiene is as effective as medication with no side effects. Here are some "home remedies" for your insomnia.
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Jan 17, 2008 -
Do you have a hard time falling or staying asleep? Do you wake up in the morning feeling uneasy or irritated? It may have to do with the Feng Shui in your bedroom.
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Jun 02, 2008 -
When I'm having trouble sleeping, I'll try just about anything to get some ZZZs. I've heard about all kinds of shuteye strategies, like improving your bedroom's feng shui, changing your sleep position, and writing down your worries. When I can't sleep, it's often because I'm thinking about something too much, and if I distract myself, I can nod off in no time.
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Sep 29, 2009 -
It is National Coffee Day. Who declared the day? I know not, but I know my love of the bean knows no boundaries.
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Jun 09, 2009 -
Tossing and turning in bed when you should be sleeping is not only frustrating, it is bad for your health. A good night's rest helps fight many health issues, from breast cancer to the common cold. To protect the sanctity of your sleep, you need to work on relaxing at night, which is why sleep experts say to save your intense conversations for the morning and keep the pillow talk sweet.
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Oct 08, 2008 -
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- Medications
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HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
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Sedative Hypnotic Drug Warnings
In March 2007, the FDA ordered stronger warning labels on sedative hypnotic drugs. These medications include benzodiazepine and non-benzodiazepine drugs, such as zolpidem (Ambien), eszopiclone (Lunesta), ramelteon (Rozerem), and triazolam (Halcion). The FDA warned that these drugs may be associated with:
- Severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis) and severe facial swelling (angioedema), which can occur even the first time a drug is taken
- Complex sleep-related behaviors, such as sleep driving, making phone calls, and preparing and eating food while asleep
Patients who take sleeping pills should be sure to follow the directions.
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Oct 08, 2008 -
In This Report
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Symptoms
- Causes
- Risk Factors
- Prognosis
- Diagnosis
- Lifestyle Changes
- Treatment
- Dental Devices
- Surgery
- Resources
- References
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
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Sleep Apnea and Heart Attack
Obstructive sleep apnea can increase the risk of heart attack by as much as 30% over the course of 5 years, suggests a study presented at the 2007 American Thoracic Society International Conference. Researchers noted that the risk of developing or dying from heart disease rises with increasing sleep apnea severity.
Sleep Apnea and Diabetes
- Obstructive sleep apnea may increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, indicates research presented at the American Thoracic Society conference.
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Jul 16, 2009 -
It's so frustrating to be lying in bed, knowing you need your beauty rest and you can't for the life of you fall asleep. So the next time you find yourself tossing and turning, try these helpful tips from fellow FitSugar readers.
- "In desperate times, I do the relaxation technique I learned in yoga when you breath and focus on relaxing each little part of your body.
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Oct 08, 2008 -
In This Report
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Causes
- Risk Factors
- Prognosis
- Diagnosis
- Treatment
- Resources
- References
HEALTH GUIDE REFERENCE FROM A.D.A.M
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Neuroimaging Techniques May Help Diagnose Narcolepsy
Neuroimaging techniques, such as CT and MRI scanning, have allowed researchers to characterize brain function throughout the sleep-wake cycle in the normal human brain. At the present time, few research studies have evaluated the brains of people with sleep disorders using these neuroimaging techniques. More studies involving people with sleep disorders, such as narcolepsy, will be required to gather data to help researchers diagnose, classify, treat, and monitor sleep disorders more effectively.
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