Sleep and diabetes

diabetes and sleep

You may be surprised to learn that sleep and diabetes are closely linked. Read on to find out why.   What is diabetes Diabetes (diabetes mellitus) is a serious condition where there is too much glucose (a type of sugar) in the blood. This can lead to long-term and short-term health complications. There are 3…

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What to do when you can’t sleep

what to do when you can't sleep

Most of us have times when we can’t sleep, whether it’s trouble dropping off or staying asleep. Here’s our advice on what to do when sleep eludes you. How Australians sleep Many Australians have trouble sleeping. Recent studies and surveys indicate that almost 60% of us have symptoms 3-4 times a week. These include: having…

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Sleep and pregnancy

Sleep and pregnancy

Pregnancy is a time when you need lots of sleep, but it can also be a time when you notice sleep problems. Find out why your sleep changes when you’re pregnant and what you can do about it.     Why sleep is important when you’re pregnant When you’re pregnant, sleep is very important. Not…

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Sleep and your heart: What’s the connection?

Sleep and your heart

We all know that a healthy heart is vital for our wellbeing. But did you know that sleep and the health of your heart are closely connected?     While good sleep is important for energy levels, it also plays a vital role in the health of your heart. Your heart The heart is a…

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Foods to help you sleep

Foods to help you sleep

We’ve all heard the saying you are what you eat, but how does that apply to sleep? In this blog, we look at the best foods (and drinks) to have that will help you sleep well.     It’s no secret that sleep is vitally important for our overall health and wellbeing. Experts recommend we…

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How to improve your sleep

improve your sleep

  For many of us, the ideal night’s sleep happens less often than we’d like. But there are many things you can do to improve your sleep.   Why sleep is important We all know that sleep is vital for our health. Adequate sleep allows our body and mind to rest and recharge so we…

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Why meditation can help you sleep better

meditation and sleep

If sleep eludes you when it’s time to go to bed, perhaps it’s time to take up meditation.   Many of us have experienced difficulty falling asleep when it’s time to go to bed. Most of the time, stress, anxiety and tension are to blame. They either make it hard to fall asleep or make…

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COVID and sleep – what are the effects?

COVID and sleep

We all know that the COVID-19 pandemic has turned the world upside down, but how has it affected sleep? Increased sleep problems Not long after the pandemic began, we wrote a post about how COVID-19 had impacted sleep patterns. According to the research back then, many people were sleeping a bit longer than usual as…

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Why sleep during times of stress is vital

sleep and stress

If you’re feeling stressed one of the best things you can do is to focus on getting more sleep. But how can you do this?   How sleep and stress are linked Did you know that sleep and stress are very closely linked? Stress (whether acute or chronic) can interfere with the quality and duration…

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How to sleep well during the party season

How to sleep well during the party season

The party season is often filled with fun, friends and late nights, so how can you stop your sleep from suffering?     The end of the year is often full of social activities, festive functions and parties. While these are great for our social lives, they may not always be great for our sleep.…

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