Social media is a powerful agent for making relationships and cultivating connections, but when it comes to sleep, the side effects are reason for concern. As studies have shown, high levels of social media use is linked with sleep issues, such as difficulty falling asleep, poor...
Sleep – it’s something that we all need, but few of us get it consistently. In our fast-paced world, it can seem increasingly difficult to get regular sleep, let alone actually getting to a point of feeling well rested. Often, we cut back on sleep...
Sleep deprivation is a dangerous phenomenon that can take a heavy toll on your body, making you more vulnerable to all kinds of infections, illnesses, and disorders as a result. While a few restless nights may not seem like much reason for worry, beware that...
If you suffer from sleep apnea, a condition marked by interrupted breathing during sleep, your physician most likely recommended using a CPAP machine. However, not all patients can tolerate using CPAP devices consistently. At TMJ and Sleep Solutions of Alabama, Dr. Amy Hartsfield has already helped...
Vitamin Deficiencies Are you having trouble sleeping at night? There are many possible causes, but one that is not discussed nearly enough is how vitamin deficiencies can make it difficult to fall asleep at your normal bedtime. Today we are looking at five forms of vitamin...
There's never been a more important time to focus on your health and immune system. The COVID-19 pandemic has brought on not only an increased fear of illness, but also stressful changes to our professional and personal lives. Maintaining a consistent daily routine is one...
Snoring is a very common problem and is strongly linked to a condition known as obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). OSA is a potentially dangerous condition that causes restriction of the airways during the night and is associated with serious conditions such as stroke and heart...
If you, or someone you know, suffers from a lack of a proper night's sleep, you'll know or have observed some of the effects this can cause. These may be extensive, and impact your quality of life more than you might have imagined. Let's look...
Achieving high-quality sleep on a regular basis is one of the most important things you can do to stay feeling fit and healthy. More than simply providing an opportunity to rest, sleep is vital for a number of bodily and mental processes such as muscle...
As anyone who has suffered from a heavy, debilitating cold will know, getting plenty of sleep is a great way to start feeling better. If you’re wondering whether this is down to physiological or psychological reasons, scientific research tells us that it is the former....