Snoring is a common problem that interferes with the health of the person who snores and the person who is disturbed by their partner snoring. The number one cause of snoring is how much fat you consume. The number two cause is what you weigh. If any factor in each of the previous sections is a problem for you, it typically is contributing to your snoring...

When nerves drop below a certain level of energy uncomfortable feelings are experienced that can be lumped into the general category of nerve-related discomfort or pain." It is a fundamental urge of survival to avoid feeling such pain (agitation, irritation, grumpiness, etc.) By following the advice given in the previous sections you can have more energy...

Awakeness is tied to an arousal thermostat that directly senses the degree of stress in your environment. If you are under high stress or ongoing stress then this system may have its volume knob turned up so that you are more vigilant and prepared to deal with issues. Obviously, this is a survival mechanism. Problems come about when the extra vigilance...

Substance P is a neuropeptide that is a common regulatory compound within your nerves. It is released primarily in your brain stem and in nerve endings. It is released in small amounts on a regular basis as part of normal function of nerves. It is also released in larger amounts as the main way your body processes physical pain and intense stress. Under...

Thyroid hormone controls the rate that oxygen is used at the cellular level to make energy. Your circulatory system is how oxygen is transported to cells. Thus, there is tremendous overlap between a healthy thyroid and cardiovascular system, and conversely, between a stressed thyroid and cardiovascular system. Indicators of good health include a sense of...

Individuals are quite confused by many thyroid-related medical terms that are bantered about: hypothyroid, hyperthyroid, elevated thyroid autoantibodies, or Hashimoto's thyroiditis to name a few. Oftentimes an individual will have all the symptoms of a low or underactive thyroid yet lab tests come back normal. In other cases, lab tests do not come back...

Nearly 7 out of 10 Americans take prescription drugs. More than half take two drugs. Senior citizens, 65 and older, take on average 14 or more prescription drugs per year. This creates a major concern with negative drug interactions and nutrient depletions.

Several years ago, Byron Richards, CCN, reported that Neurontin and Lyrica are a death sentence for new brain synapses. Today there is more evidence to support the adverse effects these drugs have on the nervous system. If you have used one of these drugs or are currently using them, there is even more incentive to protect your nerves and reverse damage.

Adenoid enlargement is a challenge that many young children experience. It is almost like a rite of passage for children to go through an adenoidectomy. Researchers are now rethinking the role of adenoids and have discovered adenoid enlargement is linked with food allergies.

L-theanine's original claim to fame is as a relaxing nutrient. Taken before bed it can help you sleep. Taken during the day it can help you relax and focus. A new study significantly expands on the nerve benefits of L-theanine, showing that it can prevent the accumulation and biological adverse effects of peptide amyloid beta, the compound associated with...

It is high time that people trying to improve their LDL cholesterol levels increase their understanding of the subject beyond the kindergarten level training of good and bad cholesterol.

Are you feeling foggy or exhausted? Drained, overwhelmed, or burned out? Are you forgetting what’s on your grocery list or falling asleep when working on a project or reading? These are symptoms of brain fatigue. Brain fatigue is something that everyone has experienced on some level. It doesn’t matter what age one is; we all need to pay attention to it....

Associations of Dietary Intake and Physical Activity with Sleep Disordered Breathing in the Apnea Positive Pressure Long-term Efficacy Study (APPLES).

Adolescent Insomnia as a Risk Factor for Early Adult Depression and Substance Abuse.

Association of low ferritin with PLM in the Wisconsin Sleep Cohort

Sleep Problems and Disorders among Adolescents with Persistent and Subthreshold Attention-deficit/Hyperactivity Disorders.

Childhood Obesity? A Systematic Review

'Short-sleepers' May Develop Blood Sugar Abnormality That Can Lead To Diabetes.