Tag Archives: Sleep

How exercise, sleep and the right food can all help when you’re fighting cancer

Exercise and nutrition may be low on your list of priorities after a cancer diagnosis, but putting yourself in the strongest possible position, mentally and physically, means you can make the most of each day, manage your treatment and be there for those you care about. EXERCISE Exercise will only be sustainable if you are… Read More »

Lots of deep sleep can delay onset of dementia because brain ‘washes itself’

Getting a good night’s sleep can delay the onset of dementia later in life, scientists have discovered. How people slumber can be used as a “crystal ball” to predict if they will be hit by Alzheimer’s disease in the future, according to the researchers. Plenty of deep sleep was found to best delay the onset… Read More »

Shorter dream-stage sleep may be related to earlier death

Time and time again, adequate sleep has been shown to be critical to daily functioning and long-term health. Sleep serves numerous roles: recovering energy for the brain, clearing waste products, and forming memories. Prior studies have clearly linked shortened sleep times to heart disease, obesity, reduced cognitive performance, worsened mood, and even a shorter life.… Read More »