Sleep Dunwoody Blog

Sleep is intrinsically connected to the health of your mind and body. Poor sleep can be the result, or cause, of many physical and mental ailments. That’s why diet, physical exercise, and mental wellbeing are all important points of discussion when trying to improve sleep quality. Fortunately, there is a centuries-old practice that you can begin today, in your own home, to improve your sleep quality as well as mental and physical health: meditation.

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, each state, school, and place of work is changing regulations at what seems like a daily rate. Your schedule might be in a constant state of flux as you adapt to get work done, help your kids with virtual school, and more. This constant shifting has caused, overall, a surge in negative mental health outcomes. Consistent schedule changes certainly aren’t helping, as a loss of routine is known to produce anxiety.

Have you been feeling irritable, frustrated, angry, or stressed lately? These emotions are not surprising at all, as many have faced a long and difficult year. What’s the cure? 

Your bedroom should be the sanctuary of your home, a place where you can retreat after long and stressful days to unwind and recharge. And it’s especially important during these times to have a dedicated place for rest and relaxation. But is your bedroom set up to actually allow for that? Or does your bedroom feel just like any other room in the house? 

The link between sleep and Alzheimer’s disease is a subject we’ve written about in the past, and it’s important to stay up-to-date as new research becomes available, because the disease has likely touched you or someone you love in some way. Generally a scary topic, Alzheimer’s is something that most of us would prefer not to think about, and if you know someone who has experienced it, you have seen firsthand that it is a frightening and debilitating disease that affects not only the one suffering but caretakers, family members, and friends.

We talk a lot on this blog about how sleep (or a lack thereof) affects overall health. While these topics are crucially important, there is another, perhaps less-often-addressed way that a lack of sleep affects your body, and it’s one that most would prefer to avoid: it can give you bad skin. Before you order another mystery cream or start a new skincare regimen, it’s important to know that higher-quality sleep might be all you need to achieve younger, more vibrant skin. Keep reading to learn more about sleep tips that can directly and positively improve your skin.

The COVID-19 pandemic has caused many people’s daily routines, including their sleep schedules, to change dramatically. While it may feel like sleep quality is decreasing, overall, a study from late March 2020 found that, compared to mid-February 2020 (when there were only 15 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the U.S.), sleep quality actually improved for non-shift workers. This is likely due to the reduction of early morning commitments and stressful, work-related deadlines.

Hitting the snooze button can be oh-so-tempting, but have you ever wondered if it has any negative impacts on your body? An extra five to fifteen minutes of sleep in the morning may seem like a good idea if you’re tired, but in truth, you may be making things more difficult for yourself. What does the science say? And if you’re a “chronic snoozer,” does this mean you might have a sleep disorder? What are the best methods for breaking the habit?

The summer is one of the most anticipated seasons of the year, and even though the current pandemic has caused this year’s summer to look different, there are still things to look forward to, like warmer weather and longer days. One challenge of the season for many people, however, is a lack of quality sleep, largely due to hotter temperatures. Why is this the case? And is there any way to combat it? 

If you’re having issues with your sleep, it’s easy to find advice online, but there’s so much out there that at times it can feel overwhelming. While we are all for sleep tips (it’s a large part of what our blog is devoted to, after all), we understand that it can be difficult to wade through all of the available information to find guidelines that will make a difference and are easy to stick to. 

What if we told you though that there’s one thing you can try that’s almost guaranteed to make your sleep quality better — maybe even overnight? And that this tip is likely to improve not only your sleep, but your overall health, as well? It’s sleeping naked! Read on to learn the specific ways that sleeping in the buff can do wonders for your sleep and overall health.