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This article was originally published by RealAge.com. Doing the toss-and-turn samba in bed lately? Nix these 7 bad habits for a more peaceful slumber. Avoid caffeine after lunch. Caffeine lingers in your system for up to 12 hours, so that after-lunch coffee can leave you wide-eyed at bedtime. Switch to decaf after midmorning, and try chamomile … Continue reading
This article was written by Jessica Stillman and published in Inc.com. An afternoon snooze can improve your effectiveness on the job. But achieving the optimal nap isn’t as simple as it first appears. If you think naps are only for slackers, think again. Forward-thinking companies such as Zappos, Google, and Nike have heeded the research of sleep scientists, and now encourage … Continue reading
This infographic was created for the Boston Globe. The text was written by Jennifer Ackerman and the graphic was created by Javier Zarracina. (Text by Jennifer Ackerman, graphic by Javier Zarracina)
This article is written by by Joanne Chen and published in ReaderDigest.ca. Find out what the new wisdom of weight loss science says about diets, fat, genes and what causes us to gain weight. 1. It Really Is Genetic When first discovered it was called the fatso gene. Turns out, people with two copies of the … Continue reading
This article was written by Lydia Dishman and published by Fast Company. We all know morning people are said to have a business advantage, but what about those night owls? They’ve got a competitive edge, too. Here are their productivity tips for the wee hours. Early birds get all the credit. Research indicates that morning people tend to … Continue reading
This article was written by Jada A. Graves and was published in the Business Insider. A recent study published in an American Psychological Association journal, Emotion, suggests that early birds are generally happier than night owls. More than 700 respondents, ranging from ages 17 to 79, were surveyed and asked about their emotional state, health, and preferred time of day. Self-professed … Continue reading
This article originally appeared as a slideshow on RealAge.com. Follow these steps to get a good night’s rest: Give Yourself the Gift of Great Sleep Are you a chronic sleep skimper? Short sleep can throw off your two appetite-regulating hormones (ghrelin and leptin) in ways that make you eat more, gain more, and get more … Continue reading
This article was written by Kelly Fitzpatrick of Greatist.com, for everydayhealth.com. Can’t keep your eyes open at the 3 p.m. meeting? Having trouble waking up for an early morning run? Put down that energy shot! There’s no need to chug crazy canned concoctions or buckets of coffee to get through the day. And better still, that doesn’t mean accepting … Continue reading
This article was written by Martha Beck for Oprah.com. It may seem admirable to work yourself sick, but the longer you burn the candle at both ends, the faster you’ll burn out. If you’re already approaching medium well, Martha Beck is here to help. You wake up almost as tired as when you fell asleep, … Continue reading
This post was written by Peter Zafirides, M.D. for The Healthy Mind. All of us know the importance of a good night’s sleep. But for too many of tonight, sleep will not come easy, nor will it be restful. And for some of this evening, sleep will not come at all. According to The National Sleep Foundation, … Continue reading
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