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6 Tips to Help You Practice Good Sleep Hygiene

September 8, 2020March 12, 2020 by Dr. Robert Oexman

Woman lays on her bed in the dark while looking at her cell phone.

Falling asleep can feel like a struggle whenever you are dealing with insomnia. Sleep is essential for our bodies to recover from the day prior and regenerate for the day ahead.

Explaining Daylight Savings Time & It’s Effect on Sleep

March 24, 2020March 11, 2020 by Dr. Robert Oexman

A woman winds a retro alarm clock forward for daylight saving time

We don’t feel like ourselves whenever we don’t get a full night’s sleep. That’s why Daylight Saving Time (DST) can make us feel fatigued and out-of-sorts from our usual selves.

Exploring the Link Between a Lack of Sleep & Alzheimer’s Disease

March 23, 2020March 3, 2020 by Dr. Robert Oexman

A senior man lies in bed staring at the alarm clock on his nightstand

As the scientific community studies sleep, a growing link between a lack of sleep and Alzheimer’s disease (AD) has appeared

How Do Sleep Trackers Work & Should You Use Them?

May 17, 2020February 18, 2020 by Dr. Robert Oexman

A woman wearing a sleep tracking watch, laying on her bed smiling with her eyes closed.

Since scientists began studying how sleep affects the human body, they used sleep tracking to collect data. As technology has evolved, so have our sleep tracking capabilities.

What are the Common Causes of Insomnia?

May 17, 2020February 14, 2020 by Dr. Robert Oexman

As you lay in bed, thoughts run through your mind at a break-neck pace. The one recurring question that frustrates you the most is: Why can’t I sleep?

Do Sleeping Pills Work? The Side Effects of Using Sleeping Pills

January 28, 2021February 3, 2020 by Dr. Robert Oexman

A white pill bottle next to round, white pills that spell out "Z Z Z".

Whenever you are having a difficult time sleeping, it can be tempting to use medication or prescription drugs to treat your insomnia. In the U.S., 4% of adults are using drugs to help with their sleeping problems. However, you need to be aware of how a sleep aid can affect you before you decide to use one. Studies have shown that there are some unsightly side effects to these medications. Below you’ll find a list of noteworthy pros and cons that come with using sleeping pills.

How Does A Lack of Sleep Affect My Heart Health?

March 23, 2020December 19, 2019 by Dr. Robert Oexman

A young woman sitting on the side of her bed while clutching her chest in pain.

If you are dealing with sleep deprivation, you can feel the mental and physical strain on your body. Sleep affects every part of our being. It’s vital to our overall health and well-being.

How Do I Know If I Have Insomnia?

March 23, 2020December 19, 2019 by Dr. Robert Oexman

A woman lying awake with her head on her hands and a pillow on her head at the end of the bed.

Being unable to sleep is a terrible feeling. You feel physically exhausted, mentally drained and helpless as you try to get a good night’s sleep. Most people have periods where they have difficulty sleeping, but how do you know if it’s insomnia?

While 30 percent of adults in the U.S. suffer from some form of insomnia during their lives, it can be challenging to know for sure if it is a consistent issue or a bump in the road.

The National Sleep Foundation defines insomnia as a chronic condition if it happens three nights per week for three months or longer.

Can CBD Oil Help You Sleep Better?

March 23, 2020November 20, 2019 by Dr. Robert Oexman

A dark brown glass container with CBD oil sitting in the middle of hemp leaves with a person holding a dropper above.

As cannabidiol products grow in popularity, our understanding of how to use them expands too. From bath bombs to edible gummies, cannabidiol, or CBD, is being used in a variety of contexts to help with various problems. Known for calming and medicinal effects, you can use CBD for several ailments and conditions. The question is: Can it help us sleep?

What Are the Benefits of Telemedicine?

September 8, 2020November 20, 2019 by Dr. Robert Oexman

A person, sitting at a desk with a laptop, video chatting a doctor on their phone.

As technology changes, it affects every facet of our lives, including our healthcare. While telemedicine isn’t a new concept, the way we use it today has changed significantly from its inception. In the early 1900s, transmissions of heart rhythms, known as “telecardiograms,” were sent via telephone; now, we can use video conferencing to visit with our doctors and other specialists. Answers from medical professionals are just a click away. The internet and improved personal computing have made telemedicine more viable than ever.

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