Articles reviewed by Dr. Nayantara Santhi
How to Control Acid Reflux By Elevating the Head of Your Bed
Theabout 20 percent of adults in the United States experience acid reflux or gastroesophageal reflux disease. Acid reflux is when the esophageal sphincter, a circular muscle that prevents stomach contents…
Is Sleeping With A Fan On Bad For Health?
As spring makes way for summer, it’s about time your fan gets into action. The soothing air from your fan dries sweat and cools you down, but is sleeping with…
By Stacy Liman
6 Reasons Why You’re Having Weird Dreams at Night
You’re well past the point in your life where you’re scared of the dark. So why are you still plagued by frightening nightmares—or just plain bizarre dreams? It’s true that…
Benefits of Drinking a Protein Shake Before Bed
A convenient breakfast drink can double as an excellent pre-sleep drink, too. Protein shakes are best known for building muscles, but they can have extra advantages when consumed at bedtime. Many…
11 Benefits of Sleeping With a Pillow Between Your Knees
Many people use leg pillows to improve their sleeping experience. A leg pillow is a little cushion that fits between or beneath the knees. A side sleeper frequently places an…
5 Scientifically Proven Benefits of Morning Sunlight for Sleep-Wake Cycle
Do you struggle to fall asleep at night? Are you looking for a natural way to regulate your sleep patterns? Getting morning sunlight could be the answer. Sunlight is more…
Why Do You Keep Waking Up at 4 AM Every Night?
Depending on who you are, waking up at 4:00 am might be a blessing or a curse. Some call those early hours the secret to their success, while others see…
Using a Wedge Pillow for Acid Reflux (GERD)
For those who suffer from acid reflux or GERD can be challenging. When these sleepers lie down at night, stomach acid can flow back into the esophagus, causing a painful…
Best and Worst Bedroom Colors for Sleep
The bedroom affects your ability to sleep well. When you feel calm and content, you’re more likely to fall asleep quickly. The colors in your bedroom, in particular, can make…
7 Causes for Shortness of Breath When Lying Down
Orthopnea is the medical term for the sensation of breathlessness when lying down. Other times, a person might experience paroxysmal nocturnal dyspnea—or waking up suddenly feeling short of breath. While…
By Sanchita Sen
How To Sleep With Your Eyes Open
You may be wondering whether it’s even possible to sleep with your eyes open. The answer is yes, it’s possible, but we don’t recommend it because of long-term health effects….
Sleeping Sitting Up: Is It Good or Bad for Your Health?
During long flights or long working hours, sleeping sitting up is a practice we all have encountered. Some may fall asleep sitting up in front of the TV if it…
