by Bonnie Benjamin | erectile dysfunction, sexual function, Sleep, Sleep apnea
In the never-ending rush and obligations of modern life, one aspect often overlooked is the importance of quality sleep and particularly how it affects sexual function – and dysfunction! in men. Regardless of what you think you can ‘get away with’, a minimum of...
by Bonnie Benjamin | Alzheimer's, Blood sugar, Diabetes, Heart health, Sleep, Sleep apnea
Introduction Why alcohol and sleep don’t mix… For many, a nightcap seems like the perfect way to unwind after a long day and help you fall asleep faster. However, while alcohol may initially make you feel drowsy, it can significantly interfere with your sleep cycle...
by Bonnie Benjamin | Allergies, Asthma, Health Topics, Sleep
Dust mites in YOUR pillow? Do you (or your child) wake up congested, coughing or sneezing? Or with itchy, scratchy eyes? Do you have sleep apnea? COPD? Do you wake up groggy from a terrible night’s sleep because you couldn’t breathe with a stuffy nose? Or...
by Bonnie Benjamin | Health Topics, Sleep
We are all ‘guinea pigs’ for this experiment. Think of Daylight Saving Time as a global experiment to study the effects of acute minor sleep deprivation and the disturbance of our natural circadian rhythm. And we are all guinea pigs for this experiment....
