Healthy Sleeping
Healthy sleep isn't just about getting enough sleep; getting the right kind counts, too. While you sleep your brain stays active, and it actually takes several stages of sleep to make you feel well and refreshed. Just how much sleep we need changes as we age, from 16 to 18 hours a day for newborns to 7 to 8 hours a night for adults. If you find yourself feeling tired or fatigued during the day even after a full night in bed, you may have a sleep disorder. See your family doctor or a sleep specialist for help.
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- Q What can help me get more comfortable in bed?
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Dr. Mehmet Oz, CardiologyThere are many reasons people have difficulty relaxing comfortably in bed -- including a bedroom environment that isn’t conducive for sleep. Very often, though, this has to do with tight muscles. The solution: bed yoga. After a long day,... Full Answer
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- Q What kind of pillow should I sleep on?
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Dr. Mehmet Oz, CardiologyThe pillow you sleep on is vital to getting quality sleep.In this video, find out which pillow Dr. Oz recommends. Full Answer
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- Q What exactly is a good night's sleep?
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Dr. Mehmet Oz, CardiologyThe evidence is clear that a good night's sleep (night after night, not once every couple of weeks) is fundamental to both your health and your longevity. But what exactly is a good night's sleep? While the length of sleep is important, equally vital is... Full Answer
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- Q How can meditation help improve sleep?
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Dr. Mehmet Oz, CardiologyAs a supplement, melatonin helps get our body clocks adjusted to sleep better. We can also find natural ways to make our sleep patterns more predictable. One way is through meditation. Meditation seems to cause the release of melatonin to soothe your... Full Answer
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- Q What can I do about night sweats?
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Dr. Mehmet Oz, CardiologyHormone changes at menopause cause night sweats. Learn more about night sweats in this video by Dr. Oz. Full Answer
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- Q What chemicals are involved in sleep and wakefulness?
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Dr. Michael Roizen, Internal MedicineInterestingly, sleep is your body's default state; you're supposed to be in a sleep state all the time. The way you fall asleep is through the activation of the neurotransmitter gamma-aminobutyric acid, or GABA. Now, the reason you're not asleep is that... Full Answer
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- Q How does sleep affect the skin?
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Dr. Mehmet Oz, CardiologyProper sleep is essential for healthy skin. When you sleep, your body repairs and renews itself. That process goes on at the cellular level in your skin. Missing sleep for one might isn't a big deal, but chronic sleep deprivation is bad for your... Full Answer
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- Q Is there a certain number of sleep hours that will benefit my skin?
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Dr. Mehmet Oz, CardiologyThere is general agreement among scientists that getting adequate sleep is essential for overall health, including the health of your skin. Most adults need seven to nine hours of sleep every day for optimal health. An adolescent may need even... Full Answer
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- Q How can I avoid skin creases from sleeping on my pillow?
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Ben Kaminsky, DermatologyTreat pillow creases in skin by intentionally changing sleep position when first crawling into bed each night. For instance, if normal sleep is with the face buried in the pillow, try a new position such as sleeping on the back and elevating the... Full Answer
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- Q How do my sleep habits change as I age?
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Dr. Michael Breus, PsychologyFor many individuals we see that it becomes increasingly common to take “unscheduled” naps, meaning that they may fall asleep while watching TV, reading, or simply relaxing. Some individuals will also tend to fall asleep earlier in the... Full Answer
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