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The Top Tips for Hygienic Sleep

Most of us don’t think about hygiene very much when it comes to flopping down on the bed at night, but the truth is that the way you sleep (sleep hygiene) deserves more of your attention. Ideally, we spend about a third of our lives sleeping, but if you’re struggling … Read more

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How to Get the Perfect Nap

The United States is becoming increasingly more sleep-deprived. This is no surprise due to the plethora of coffee shops and energy drinks on the market. Sleep is vital to our mental health and overall well-being. Naps are a great tool to increase your energy and get your second wind during … Read more

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Importance of a Sleep Schedule

Never underestimate the value of a good night’s sleep! With the stress and bustle of our daily lives, it can sometimes be difficult to maintain a proper sleep schedule. But that is no excuse for brushing off sleep and disrupting a steady cycle of rest. At Sleep MD, the most … Read more

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How Modern City Life Affects Sleep

Living in the city is exciting and a great opportunity for those seeking more hustle and bustle than rural life or the suburbs. The population is diverse, the career opportunities are vast, and the culture is alive in New York City. One of the few drawbacks of the city is … Read more

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What Are the Different Types of Insomnia?

If you can’t sleep at night, you know how exhausting it is to be constantly tired. You can’t get any sleep. Therefore you don’t have enough energy throughout your day to accomplish everything you truly want to get done. Obtaining a diagnosis is critical to your long-term (and short-term) health. … Read more

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What is the Best Sleeping Temperature?

  Getting a good night’s rest is vital for your overall physical health and mental well-being. Researchers suggest that it is just as important as eating right and exercising. Benefits include improved concentration, productivity, and immune function. However, people who do not get the best sleep are at a higher … Read more

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Can Red Light Help You Sleep at Night?

At this point, we all know that exposure to blue light can interfere with our sleeping patterns. We use blue light filters on our phones and wear blue light glasses while working on the computer. However, the average person doesn’t really think about how other wavelengths of light affect their … Read more

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Top Allergies that Affect Sleep

There are many illnesses and seasonal conditions that can make us feel less healthy than we would like. In some cases, allergies that affect sleep become a major problem. And when sleep is interrupted, a new slew of health problems are sure to follow. Our experts at Sleep MD NYC … Read more

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Is Sleeping with the Heat on Bad for You?

During these long winter nights, it is all too tempting to sleep with the heat on. Who doesn’t want to be cozy when it’s cold outside? However, recent studies show that your decision to sleep with the heat on might not be in your best interest. In fact, it could … Read more

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