Embarking on an international trip is an exciting time. The stress of planning is done and the plane has taken off; time to sit back and relax. But several hours later while getting settled at the destination is when the effects of jet lag can take hold, making it difficult to enjoy the first few […]
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We’ve all had them…the dreams about flying, our teeth falling out, or suddenly being naked in front of a crowd. While some of these dreams can be amusing or somewhat traumatic, there may be a deeper message. In fact, Psychology Today notes, “Research supporting the role of somatic and sensory influences on dream content is […]
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Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (also known as myalgic encephalomyelitis in medical circles) has debilitating effects on sufferers, of which there are an estimated 2-million Americans. The condition can render a person almost immobile from fatigue, along with a host of other unpleasant symptoms such as depression and aching. Up until fairly recently, it was said there […]
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Why is it that some people seem to be able to stay up past 11 p.m. like night doesn’t exist, while others are yawning at 9:30 p.m.? And why is that some people can spring out of bed at 5 a.m. while others can’t seem to drag themselves from their slumber before 9 a.m.? It […]
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Having trouble sleeping at night? It could be a result of diet. Here’s a list of 8 foods that disrupt sleep.
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As far back as I can remember, I’ve been a stomach sleeper. Try as I may to fall asleep on my back or in the fetal position, I always wake up flat on my belly with my face smashed into my pillow (which apparently causes wrinkles). If you’re not a stomach slumberer you’re likely wondering […]
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