News — Sleep

Many people have difficulties sleeping at night; some suffer from headaches, some from insomnia, while others simply feel restless and will toss and turn for hours before they fall asleep. One possible reason for this may be that electronic devices in your house are emitting EMF (electromagnetic field) radiation. Since our brains and nervous systems run on electrical impulses, this kind of EMF radiation can interfere with their normal functions and thus prevent a regular sleep cycle. Below is a brief checklist that you can use to avoid this and sleep better at night: - Ensure that RF (radio frequency)...

Getting a full night’s sleep not only feels good, but it also improves your mental performance and boosts your overall health. Most adults need more than 7 hoursTrusted Source per night for optimal well-being. Children and teenagers need even more to support their development. Teens should sleep 8 to 10 hours per night, grade-schoolers 9 to 12 hours, and preschoolers 10 to 13 hours. Many people wonder if it’s possible to “hack” their sleep so that they spend fewer hours in bed but still wake up feeling rested and productive. The short answer is yes and no — but mostly no. The quality of your sleep...

The mean body temperature of humans is 37+/-0.5’C, and during physical exercise the body produces high heat in the range of 800–1300W, which if not managed well can lead to high discomfort. Our body has 2 natural responses to adjust its body temperature : 1. Moisture Regulation – Sweating removes upto 65% of body temperature 2. Thermal Regulation – Excess heat is removed from the body by Conduction, Convection and Radiation. Hence, sweat absorbing, fast drying, and cooling are the key functional requirements for high-activity sports clothing. Currently the activewear industry has very well addressed the concerns of Moisture regulation...

The pillow you choose to sleep on can greatly influence the quality of your sleep and how you feel when you wake up in the morning.  Many of us limit ourselves to the standard pillows we see at the store, never looking anymore deeply into what is available and what may work best for each of us individually.  We want you to have the best sleep possible, so we’ve compiled this list of pillows based on sleep positions and personal needs.  Back Sleepers Sleeping on your back is considered the healthiest way to sleep but is also the least common...

You’ve probably heard all the hype around silk pillowcases being better for your skin and hair. Turns out that satin — silk’s just as slippery but slightly more affordable cousin — has beauty benefits, too. Read on for the lowdown on these luxe-feeling pillowcases. We’ll tell you what they can do, how they work, and why they work. Plus, we’ll share an expert’s insight, and even possibly blow your mind a smidge.   What are satin pillowcases (and why do they exist)? A satin pillowcase is a pillowcase made out of satin — but you probably already guessed that. Here’s...