The Power of Zzzs: Navigating the World of Sleep Hygiene for Better Rest
It may come as a surprise to learn, but we still don’t have a good understanding of why we sleep or what actually goes on while we are sleeping. One theory holds that the brain needs to “clean house” and restore itself (recharging)…
Read MoreAromatherapy for Improved Sleep: A Natural Solution for Restful Nights
Sleep is a vital part of our overall health and wellbeing, especially as we age. However, many women over 50 often struggle with sleep disturbances, leading to fatigue, mood swings, and even health problems. If you’re one of them, you might…
Read MoreHow I Improved My Sleep with Meditation and Yoga Lifestyle
When it comes to health and wellness, most people probably think I’ve got it all together. I am a yoga teacher, yoga therapist, personal trainer, and wellness coach. I do my best to “walk the talk” and practice what I preach. I exercise, meditate, practice yoga…
Read MoreBoomer Women and Insomnia: Think Twice Before Taking a Sleeping Pill!
Contrary to what you may have heard, the amount of sleep you need as you get older doesn´t decrease. Boomers need about as much sleep – between seven and nine hours – as younger adults. Unfortunately, the amount of sleep you actually get…
Read More5 Organic Cotton Sleepwear Brands for Women Over 60
In our fast-paced lives, there’s nothing quite like slipping into soft, cozy sleepwear at the end of a long day. And if you’re someone, like me, who values not only your personal comfort but also the well-being of our planet, then organic cotton sleepwear…
Read MoreWhy Quality Sleep Is the First Step Toward Chronic Pain Management Over 60
Over half of the adult population 60 and above experience chronic pain. Chronic pain is defined as any pain lasting longer than three months and is a very different experience for your brain than acute pain. Unfortunately, chronic pain…
Read MoreAre There Benefits to Sleeping Alone on Purpose? My Personal Experience Says YES!
I am not a good bed partner. Well, maybe I should say that I have never been a good sleeping partner. I need full and absolute possession of the bed. I move, I squirm, I sigh and sometimes, I am told, I even snore. I dream a lot. I wake up early and often during the…
Read MoreTossing and Turning – Or Sleeping and Dreaming?
Getting yourself to fall asleep can sometimes feel like a major struggle. Do you know that 40% of adults in the US report symptoms of insomnia at some point annually? The CDC states that insufficient sleep is a public epidemic…
Read MoreSleep Hygiene: A Healthy Beginning to Your Day
Our bodies are genetically programmed to sleep for at least a third of our lives. This is where healthy living starts, and it’s also the foundation of a wise lifestyle. The factors that determine the quality of a person’s sleep are called sleep hygiene…
Read MoreSweet Sleep and Dreams – And the Benefits
I’ve had a book on the bedside table for a year or so, slowly reading it chapter by chapter. I started and finished many other books in the meantime, but this one was not to be hurried through. The book, Why We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams…
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