All articles tagged with #sleep issues
Magnesium is essential for many bodily functions, and deficiency can cause symptoms like fatigue, muscle cramps, anxiety, irregular heartbeat, headaches, sleep problems, high blood pressure, mood swings, digestion issues, sugar cravings, and weak bones. Eating magnesium-rich foods or consulting a doctor for supplements can help address deficiencies.
A new study indicates that a common sleep issue is the leading predictor of heart disease in women over 45, highlighting the importance of sleep health in this demographic.
A new study published in the journal Neurology warns that excessive daytime sleepiness and lack of enthusiasm may be linked to motoric cognitive risk syndrome, a pre-dementia condition characterized by slow walking speed and memory issues. The research, involving 445 participants with an average age of 76, found that those with sleep-related issues were more likely to develop the syndrome. While the study shows an association rather than causation, it highlights the importance of screening for sleep problems to potentially prevent cognitive decline.
A study from the University of Surrey found that young adults aged 18-25 who use nicotine vape products were significantly more likely to experience mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, and sleep problems. Vape users also exhibited lower levels of mindfulness, worse sleep quality, heightened levels of rumination, and increased alcohol consumption. While the study doesn't establish causation, it suggests a concerning link between vaping and anxiety symptoms, prompting the need for interventions to reduce vape use among young people.
Around 25% of women experience sleep issues during menopause, impacting their well-being. Nutritionist Lovneet Batra suggests incorporating nutrient-rich foods into the diet to improve sleep quality and reduce symptoms. Foods such as almonds, cashew nuts, sesame seeds, pistachios, flaxseeds, fish, and soy products contain magnesium, vitamin E, and omega-3 fatty acids, which can promote muscle relaxation, reduce night sweats and hot flashes, and improve mood and sleep disturbances.
A survey conducted by researchers at Washington State University found that cannabis consumers with sleep issues preferred using marijuana over other sleep aids, reporting better outcomes the next morning and fewer side effects. The study compared cannabis to prescription sleep aids and over-the-counter sleep aids and found that cannabis made users feel more refreshed, focused, and better able to function in the morning, with fewer headaches and less nausea. The most popular methods of consumption were smoking joints or vaping products containing THC, CBD, and the terpene myrcene. However, some side effects were reported, including sleepiness, anxiety, and irritability upon waking up. The study suggests that cannabis may be a more advantageous option for sleep-related issues compared to conventional sleep aids.
Around 40% of long COVID patients have moderate to severe sleep issues, with Black patients being up to three times more likely to have these disturbances than other races, according to a new report from Cleveland Clinic. More than two-thirds of patients also reported moderate to severe fatigue. The authors emphasized the need to understand the neurobiological mechanisms behind the association of sleep disturbances with long COVID and investigate the reasons for the increased vulnerability of PASC-related sleep disturbance in the Black population to develop race-specific interventions to overcome disparities.