health benefits of sleep

The Vicious Cycle of Stress and Sleep Deprivation: What this means for your health
According to the American Sleep Association, adults need from 7-9 hours of sleep each night. But up to 40% do not meet this minimum. And adolescents and children require even more pillow time. Sadly, the fast-paced culture that we live in is a major contributor. Everyday stress from balancing work, family, school, and other responsibilities contribute ... Read more

Yoga Nidra for Stress? How this Simple Practice Can Improve Sleep and Help You Wind Down
Stress. Whether real or perceived, we all experience stress. So stress is part of our lives—but does it matter? Believe it or not, the CDC estimates that stress accounts for 75% of all physician visits, and 80% of all visits to primary care providers. Complaints range from headache, back pain, hypertension, and arrhythmias, to irritable ... Read more