Do dreams affect how well we sleep?
We all dream at night, whether our dreams are remembered or not. But what are dreams really, and do they affect our sleep quality?
Sleep Paralysis
Everything you need to know about Sleep Paralysis, the feeling of being conscious but unable to move.
Snoring 101
What is snoring? What are causes, risks and complications? When should you see a doctor? Everything you need to know about snoring.
How long do I need to sleep at night?
Burning the midnight oil? Whether you’re working late, up all night with your kids, or starting early to get that morning workout in, the question on many minds is how much sleep do I actually need every night?
Why do we dream?
Science has made great progress in deepening our understanding of dreaming. Still, there is no clear answer to the question: Why do we dream?
AccqSleepLabs COVID Update
We are OPEN! Here is what you need to know about our labs and COVID-19 safety procedures and screening.
Menopause and Sleep 101
One of the most searched phrases on Google is “menopause and sleep issues” - and for good reason. Menopause is a time of major hormonal, physical and psychological change for women although menopausal symptoms vary from woman to woman. But how does it connect to sleep?
How to Prevent a Shift Work Seep Disorder
What is shift work sleep disorder (SWSD) and how does is affect us? Read on to learn more about the symptoms and how to cope.
Athletes: Sleep Better to Win
If you’re an athlete, you definitely are training regularly to perfect your abilities. Regardless of whether you’re a marathon runner, a golf pro or a pro snowboarder you likely are forgetting about one key area you need to be training in: sleep.
How does menopause affect my sleep?
The unofficial start to middle age kicks off for many women with hot flashes and mood swings. Menopause. Poor sleep quality and sleep disturbance are also lesser-known changes during this phase of life but they’re very common. So how does menopause affect our sleep?
4 Common Causes of Night Sweats
If you frequently find yourself waking up drenched in perspiration, you are not alone. It is also likely that you suffer from night sweats. Beyond being completely uncomfortable, night sweats interfere with our sleep routines. Read on to discover the 4 common causes of night sweats that you should be aware of.
Sleep Longer, Burn More Calories?
Summer is here and with it, thoughts of beach bodies and being active outside. With being active comes burning calories. We run, we lift weights, but we rarely think of sleep as a calorie burner. Your body is still burning calories, even when you're sleeping. Just how many calories you burn, however, is tough to track. Read on to find out the answer - can we burn more calories when we sleep?
How Sleep Affects Your Metabolism
In a 2019 study researchers analyzed the health, medical histories, and sleep totals of a group of more than 130,000 men and women ages 40 to 69. With this data researchers were able to link sleeping less than six hours, as well as sleeping more than 10 hours, to cases of metabolic syndrome and related symptoms. Wow, talk about an ideal sleep window. What is metabolic syndrome anyways? Read on to find out.
5 Ways to Prioritize Sleep During a Pandemic
Lately COVID-19 has been taking over outside our homes and inside our minds. We’re trying to focus on keeping up with our regular day-to-day schedules as much as possible while keeping healthy and social distancing in every way possible. We’re washing our hands for 20+ seconds but we’re forgetting about the other significant way to maintain our health and take care of ourselves: sleep. Read on to discover 5 ways you can prioritize sleep right now.