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Using Gadgets to Improve Your Sleep
 Gadgets and sleep usually mix as well as a shot of espresso and a quick nap. Televisions and computers are sleep-stealing culprits. But an article in PC World found that your gadgets may be able to solve sleep problems instead of cause them. Here are some of examples, courtesy of PC World: |
USA Today Busts Sleep Myths
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Does adding cereal to a baby's diet help him or her sleep longer? Not really, according to a USA Today article that busts medical myths. The article states that parents and pediatricians have been perpetuating the myth that cereal helps infants sleep more. |
Neurons Take Time Off During Deep Sleep
 Apparently brain cells need vacations, too. According to a study published in Science, a prominent electronic signal sent out during slow-wave — or deep — sleep indicates neurons are taking a break. |
Sleep Apnea Prevalent Among Retired NFL Players
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Cases of sleep apnea are highly prevalent among National Football League retirees, in particular linemen, according to data presented at the American College of Cardiology's Annual Scientific Session. |
What You Should Know About Bed Bugs
 Bed bugs have made a comeback in what is being called the biggest outbreak since World War II, according to an article by the Associated Press. The Environmental Protection Agency held its first-ever National Bed Bug Summit, April 14-15, to discuss the expanding impact the insects are currently having on housing, hospitality and other industries. |
Five Healthy Sleep Habits
 We all have moments where we just can't sleep, and some of us suffer from disorders or problems that make it near impossible to get a good night's rest. But regardless of what's causing your sleep problems, it is important to establish and maintain healthy sleep habits. |
Americans Losing Sleep Over the Economy
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One-third of Americans are losing sleep over the state of the U.S. economy and other personal financial concerns, according to the National Sleep Foundation's 2009 Sleep in America™ poll. |
What Your Sleep Position Says About You
 The U.K. Sleep Assessment and Advisory Service has found that six common sleeping positions say a lot about what type of person you are, according to an article by MyFoxPhilly.com. The positions and what they mean include: |
25 Random Facts about Sleep
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In honor of the latest Internet sensation, the National Sleep Foundation has created a list of 25 random facts about sleep. But we're not restricting this information to our 25 closest friends. Share it with everyone you know! |
Food and How it Affects Your Sleep
 Before you sit down for Thanksgiving dinner, check out these past posts on the different types of foods that can either help you sleep or keep you awake. You might learn something new. |
