Sleep Function Articles & Analysis
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Millions of people are affected by sleep apnea that is a sleep disorder, characterized by disrupted breathing when asleep. Sleep apnea leads to cardiovascular issues, chronic fatigue, daytime drowsiness and poor cognitive functioning. Additionally, the sleep deprivation that sets in with time leads to ...
Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy (SUDEP) remains a critical concern in epilepsy management, with the underlying mechanisms still not fully understood. Recent research from Iyer, S., et al (2024) has highlighted the role of respiratory dysfunction in SUDEP, particularly involving the orexinergic system in the brain. This blog delves into a fascinating study that investigates how altered ...
Glucose is the type of energy that your body prefers to use for the majority of its functions! Your body can get glucose from certain foods and drinks you consume. ...
This winter season will undoubtedly be different from years past, but one constant remains true: electricity and heating bills will increase during the cold, dark months of the year. Fortunately, REAP has created a guide – 8 Winter Energy Saving Tips to reduce your winter energy bills. These tips are the low hanging fruit– easy steps you can take to conserve energy and use energy ...
Or skipping lunch, toilet breaks, rest or sleep because of all the tasks you want to get done. Another feature of toxic productivity is the experience of never being enough. ...
There is a reason why depriving someone of sleep is a form of torture. Humans need regular periods of quality sleep to recharge, process the day’s experiences, file away memories and follow a normal circadian rhythm to regulate the body’s functions. ...
Such interference can affect how the brain develops structurally and functionally — effects that lead to lasting adverse outcomes. “The brain is so extremely sensitive to external stimulation,” says Grandjean. ...
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