A good night’s sleep can be hard to come by for many people. Sometimes, you just can’t fall asleep, and others, you keep waking up throughout the night. You’re left feeling tired and drained, and getting through your day can be a challenge. Medical Director of BodyLogicMD of Little Rock, Dr. Constance Crisp has seen these issues in many of her patients, and has several tips on how to get the sleep you need — without resorting to medications.
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February 22, 2011
Dr. Bruce Thomas Explains How to Improve Sleep
BodyLogicMD physician Dr. Bruce Thomas was recently featured in an ABC news segment discussing sleep and what you can do to get more of it. According to the report, studies show that 75 percent of U.S. adults aren’t getting the sleep they need. How much is enough? According to Dr. Thomas, adults should be getting somewhere between 7 and 9 hours of sleep each night. And those of us who don’t get enough sleep have a higher risk of obesity, substance abuse and diabetes.
February 15, 2011
Sleep and Hormones: What's the connection?
Sometimes, even if you have excellent sleep hygiene, you can still have difficulty sleeping. Hormones can definitely affect your sleep, too — especially in women, and especially during and after menopause. Menopause symptoms such as hot flashes and night sweats can reduce your sleep quality and even interrupt sleep cycles.
February 4, 2011
Don't Skimp on Sleep
Many people aren’t getting enough sleep — and many don’t even know how much is enough. And that lack of sleep can negatively affect your health. But there are things you can do to improve your quality of rest.
December 3, 2010
Don’t let the holidays rob you of your sleep
Sleep not only helps restore the body’s tissues and cells, but also helps recharge energy levels. If you’re not getting enough sleep, your body doesn’t have enough time to make repairs and you’ll likely wake up feeling exhausted and fatigued. A good night’s rest can be hard to come by, especially during the frenzied holiday season. With so much to get done, sleep isn’t exactly a top priority. But don’t let the holiday runaround deprive you of your sleep. Plan your day in advance. You’re only human and you can’t do it all, so only commit to what you truly believe you can accomplish in one day. It’s important that we’re aware of our limitations and that we set boundaries to avoid over-taxing our reserves.