Resting Your Brain

Mar 111 min read

You have done enough.

At the end of the day, wind down and give yourself permission to relax and fall asleep. It will all be there tomorrow. All of it. Just as...

Mar 111 min read

Simplicity in sleep.

Sleep is the great restorative. Sleep is the basis for memory, mood, energy and health. Sleep is a part of the normal rhythm of each day....

Dec 15, 20231 min read

Don't forget to rest!

As we revert to Standard Time (which should be the only time--please email your legislators), and the days grow shorter, it’s time to...

Apr 14, 20231 min read

Did you know that beta-amyloid levels decrease during sleep?

Levels of beta-amyloid, which accumulate in the brains of Alzheimer's disease patients, decreases during sleep. Scientists have...

Feb 28, 20231 min read

Caffeine-more is not always better.

Did you know there is a rebound effect from caffeine that causes you to feel more tired? Caffeine interacts with adenosine receptors in...

Feb 28, 20231 min read

Better rest-is caffeine keeping you awake?

Did you know that on average, we consume about 150mg to 200mg of caffeine daily? Many of us consume far more as caffeine is found in...

Jan 19, 20231 min read

Improve your sleep with these tips!

Sleep can sometimes be elusive. One step toward achieving more restful sleep is to consider bedtime something we prepare ourselves for by...

Jan 19, 20231 min read

Give your brain the sleep it deserves!

Did you know that sleep plays a critical role in brain health and memory function? Adequate and good quality nightly sleep are essential...