Great Sleep Disorders Blog

Two Ways to Keep Your Brain and Memory Sharp

Sat, 25 Jun 2022 18:43:29 -0400

If you’re concerned about forgetfulness and your mind not being as sharp as you think it should be, I have two suggestions: 1. Get more sleep. 2. Challenge your brain and memory. Not getting enough sleep every night has been shown to dramatically affect your ability to remember things. The studies show that if you’re sleep deprived, whatever you learn for that day may not consolidate into long-term memory. Dr. Matthew Walker, in Why We Sleep writes, “A lack of sleep is a deeply penetrating and corrosive force that enfeebles the memory-making apparatus in your brain, preventing you from constructing lasting memory traces.” To think that remembering things, and forgetting things, and that dreaded dementia are connected to insufficient nightly sleep is a wake-up call for all of us. So, here is suggestion number two. Make your mind work! How? With challenging puzzles, crosswords, and games. Have fun strengthening your brain cells. I have found that daily mental stimulation is helping me focus, learn, and remember. That’s why I recommend a new book on Amazon called Nature Lover’s Puzzles and Games. I discovered going through this book that some of the puzzles and games were easy and some were hard. Either way it forced my brain and memory to search for clues and answers. It was fun and mentally entertaining. The interesting thing is you could even use this book before bedtime to relax and wind-down. That will then help you sleep better, which may help improve your memory. This book will provide countless hours of entertainment and will delight every member of your family. I highly recommend challenging your ability to think and remember by checking out Nature Lover’s Puzzles and Games.

Discover The Best Ergonomic Chair For Back Pain

Sat, 18 Jul 2020 18:34:06 -0400

The best ergonomic chair reduces back pain, enhances productivity, lowers business costs, and increases company profits. Click here to see the best of the best.

Putting mattresses with memory foam on a box spring

Sat, 13 Jun 2020 20:46:51 -0400

Would it be a good idea to put my memory foam mattress on a box spring? I haven't found an answer for this question anywhere I have looked. Answer by

How To Fall Asleep Naturally: Your 14 Part Checklist

Tue, 21 Apr 2020 13:37:38 -0400

Knowing how to fall asleep can have a dramatic impact on your health, finances, and mood. So before you reach for sleep medications, check out these 14 tips to fall asleep first.

Best Bed For Back Pain: Here Are 3 Top Choices

Sun, 12 Apr 2020 16:06:14 -0400

Medical research has shown the best bed for back pain is a memory foam or latex mattress. Click here for three top places online to get the quality you deserve.

Herbal Sleep Aids Herbal Experts Swear By

Thu, 27 Feb 2020 18:32:55 -0500

When herbal experts can’t sleep, here are six herbal sleep aids they take for insomnia…

The Best Memory Foam Topper? Here Are 3 Top Choices

Fri, 24 Jan 2020 19:04:47 -0500

This article will help you buy the best memory foam topper for you. We'll also answer a question people have: Why does my memory foam topper smell bad?

Best Business to Start for Retirement Funds and Financial Freedom

Mon, 25 Mar 2019 10:03:04 -0400

Are you losing sleep because of money worries? If so, the best business to start can change all that for you. Click here for your passport to financial freedom...

What is the Best Mattress? One With Patented Spinal Zone Technology

Tue, 12 Feb 2019 16:37:41 -0500

A maverick CEO and top sleep doctor will show you what is the best mattress for you. Plus, click here to see what mattress stores don't want you to know.

Best Mattress for Back Pain? It's Not What You Think

Tue, 12 Feb 2019 16:22:41 -0500

By the end of this article you'll know the best mattress for back pain...the best latex mattress...and the best memory foam mattress in the world...

How To Fall Asleep Naturally: Your 14 Part Checklist Part 2

Sat, 2 Jun 2018 19:12:53 -0400

Knowing how to fall asleep can have a dramatic impact on your health, finances, and mood. So before you reach for sleep medications, check out these part 2 tips to fall asleep first.

Teenage Sleep: 8 Steps to Restful Nights Part 2

Sat, 2 Jun 2018 18:58:27 -0400

I know you're feeling bad about the teenage sleep problems of your kid. Part 2 of these 8 steps continues some helpful tips for you...

What Is Restless Leg Syndrome? Warning: Many Doctors Don’t Know!

Sat, 2 Jun 2018 18:10:08 -0400

I'm going to answer for you the question, what is restless leg syndrome. How many people have it? Is it a hoax? The problem with doctors. Plus, here are the symptoms…

Need Help With Snoring and Stopping Smoking?

Wed, 23 May 2018 18:29:49 -0400

If you’re a smoker who snores, here’s a unique system that can help you stop smoking. This will also help with snoring. Here’s why…

A Simple Sleep Apnea Cure?

Wed, 23 May 2018 13:55:09 -0400

Here’s a curious study that provides clues to one potential sleep apnea cure. And 4 things this means for you if you’re looking for a cure for sleep apnea.

Night Leg Cramps Treatments: 6 More Options

Fri, 8 Dec 2017 18:35:59 -0500

Let's continue my series on leg pain at night from night leg cramps. Here we'll look at everything from exercise to probiotics. Conquer those leg cramps here!

Best memory foam mattress for breathing problems?

Wed, 1 Nov 2017 20:10:01 -0400

A reader sent me the following question: Is memory foam safe if you have emphysema (i.e., breathing in the fumes)? Here is my answer. It depends on the

13 Symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

Tue, 24 Oct 2017 20:21:14 -0400

From the moment you read these symptoms of seasonal affective disorder, you begin to understand why you feel the way you do. And how you can improve your life…

Leg Cramps At Night: 9 Possible Causes

Wed, 16 Nov 2016 16:02:36 -0500

From this moment on, leg cramps at night will hopefully be less of a problem for you. Because this series of articles will tell you what you need to know...

Best Light Therapy for SAD: White, Blue, Green, or Red?

Tue, 15 Nov 2016 11:29:30 -0500

After you read this article on the best light therapy for SAD, you'll have a good understanding of what seasonal affective disorder light therapy is all about.

5 Seasonal Affective Disorder Treatment Tips

Wed, 28 Sep 2016 15:04:59 -0400

Are you ready to live a new way? These seasonal affective disorder treatment tips, including light box therapy, may help create a real breakthrough in how you live with SAD.

How to Sleep Well When Traveling

Mon, 30 May 2016 18:13:17 -0400

I just sent out a new issue of my newsletter Sleep Chat. In it you’ll find an article I wrote on help getting to sleep when you travel. In addition, if you’re interested in buying a luxury mattress at a bargain price, you should click the link you see here.

Serious Health Risks of Daylight Saving Time

Sun, 13 Mar 2016 20:17:30 -0400

I just sent out another issue of my newsletter, Sleep Chat. Daylight saving time is a hazard and it's dumb. I tell you why. In addition, I have some suggestions for how to deal with it.

Is Melatonin Safe and Effective for Postmenopausal Women?

Fri, 30 Oct 2015 16:25:07 -0400

I recently sent out a new issue of my newsletter Sleep Chat. It talks about the effects, safety, and benefits of melatonin for postmenopausal women. I also offer information on the correct melatonin dose, and mention a couple of large studies on melatonin for men and women.

The Sleep Passport Sleep & Health Page on Facebook

Tue, 6 Oct 2015 19:05:09 -0400

Just a quick note to let you know I also regularly post tips and tidbits on sleep and health on my Facebook page. A lot of this information is not on my website. If you like what you see, how about giving me a Like? I would greatly appreciate that. Please click the link and check it out. Thanks!

Can a Memory Foam Mattress Topper Freeze?

Sat, 3 Oct 2015 16:11:32 -0400

I love my memory foam mattress topper. I also bought one for my camper. The sleep my boyfriend and I get is great. Do have a question. Can the memory

An Herbal Sleep Remedy You Inhale Or Put Over Your Eyes?

Sun, 23 Aug 2015 15:02:12 -0400

You’ll be surprised to discover that this interesting herbal sleep remedy has been used in some weird ways. So if you want soothing relief from sleepless nights, check this out.

Memory Foam Pad for Motorcycle Camper Traveling

Fri, 14 Aug 2015 20:08:33 -0400

Would a memory foam topper be good as a primary mattress in a motorcycle camper? I have limited space and weight restrictions. Rich's answer from SleepPassport.com

Herbs For Sleep Apnea Symptoms: Memory And Brain Concerns

Sat, 11 Jul 2015 08:18:11 -0400

If you’re wondering if there are herbs for sleep apnea, the answer is yes. Click here to discover an herb that reduces the bad effects of sleep apnea on the brain.

Sleep Maintenance Insomnia: 5 Symptoms and 5 Causes

Sat, 11 Jul 2015 07:49:52 -0400

Have trouble staying asleep? Wake up frequently? Then you may have sleep maintenance insomnia. Click here for what to do, including an interesting snore remedy.

Accident Report: Sleep Apnea Cause Of Massive Train Wreck

Fri, 10 Jul 2015 10:59:13 -0400

Will sleep apnea cause your death? Even if you don’t have sleep apnea? After you read this disturbing true story, traveling in planes, trains, and automobiles will never be the same…

What Causes Snoring? These 8 Main Factors

Thu, 9 Jul 2015 19:45:48 -0400

What causes snoring is a question more people should be asking. Because as you read every word of this article, you’ll know why snoring is a health hazard...

23 Dangerous Sleep Apnea Symptoms. Are You At Risk?

Fri, 3 Jul 2015 11:50:19 -0400

This article could save your life or the life of someone you know. Sleep apnea symptoms are not only unhealthy, they can be deadly too. Find out more here…

Discover How To Avoid Snoring...Starting Tonight

Mon, 15 Jun 2015 15:01:16 -0400

Have you or a bed partner ever asked, How can I stop snoring? If so, here's a list of ten snoring remedies that will show you how to avoid snoring.

Do Homeopathic Sleep Aids Work?

Sun, 26 Apr 2015 15:20:42 -0400

Homeopathic sleep aids are controversial. Are they a hoax? Will they work for you? What does a top doctor say about homeopathy? Get the answers here…

What Does My Dream Mean? Here’s A Challenging Answer

Fri, 13 Mar 2015 21:07:10 -0400

The answer to, what does my dream mean, may surprise you. Are you up for challenging your beliefs? Careful. What you discover here will test how you think.

Beware of Used Mattress and Return Fee Rip Offs

Sun, 8 Mar 2015 19:19:21 -0400

The truth about a new vs used mattress. Plus, how to try a new discount luxury mattress in your home for 75 days without return fees. Click here

Memory Foam Topper on Top of a Futon

Sat, 14 Feb 2015 22:42:26 -0500

We've put a memory foam topper on top of our futon. It's not working out ideally. Is it because we need a better foam topper, or is it because you can't

Don't Buy a Memory Foam Mattress?

Sat, 14 Feb 2015 22:35:01 -0500

Watch out people if you buy a memory foam mattress. I have two that have sagged either side, leaving a hump in the middle. Our newish bed, super king,

3 Crucial Warning Symptoms of Sleep Apnea

Thu, 13 Jun 2013 10:43:14 -0400

Sleep apnea kills people. Destroys marriages. Leads to job loss. Ruins lives. Millions of people have sleep apnea...and don't even know it. If you hope to enjoy life and live a long time, it's important you recognize the symptoms of sleep apnea. That's why I've just posted another issue of my newsletter, Sleep Chat. It may save your life...or the life of someone you love. You can read my latest newsletter by clicking the link you see here.

Are You Drinking Your Neighbors' Medications?

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 21:15:19 -0400

In my latest Sleep Chat newsletter, I write about the disturbing pollution of drinking water. Medications are leaching into residential drinking water because of improper disposal of these drugs. I'll tell you why this is happening, and how to dispose of medications properly so you don't end up poisoning Mother Earth...or your neighbors. You can read my latest newsletter by clicking the link you see here:

How Much Sleep Is Healthy...or Unhealthy...Each Night?

Sat, 16 Mar 2013 11:56:29 -0400

Yesterday was World Sleep Day. I sent out my Sleep Chat ezine (newsletter) to my subscribers and talked about what this day means. I also wrote about a recent study that showed how much sleep is needed for good health. And, how the wrong amount of sleep may shorten a person's life. This is important information to know, especially if you are middle age or older. You can read my ezine by clicking the link you see here.

Why this Food May Be Betterthan A Melatonin Supplement

Mon, 18 Feb 2013 15:51:17 -0500

I just sent out another issue of my Sleep Chat newsletter. I go into detail about using a particular food to boost your melatonin for sleep. Many melatonin supplements in pill form contain far too much melatonin. So this fruit may be a much better way to get a good night's sleep for many people. Also, in the newsletter, I included a free, informative health report on this wonderful fruit that also helps with gout, joint pain, muscle pain, and heart health. Just click on the report link and it's yours. Simple. Click the link to read my latest Sleep Chat ezine and to get the free report.

Will a memory foam topper cut down on tossing and turning?

Thu, 13 Dec 2012 20:39:58 -0500

Hi, I found your site in a Google search on memory foam topper. I'm recently married and my wife has trouble sleeping because I toss and turn. I couldn't

Crooks now have a new wayto steal your credit card number

Mon, 10 Dec 2012 16:54:08 -0500

I just posted a new issue of my Sleep Chat newsletter. It's called, A Sneaky Way Crooks Stole My Credit Card Number. You definitely do not want to miss hearing about what happened to me this past Saturday. Below is the link to read the newsletter. You'll be on the Sleep Chat back issues page. Simply click on the December 9, 2012 issue.

Symptoms Of Sleep Deprivation That Can Be Deadly

Sat, 8 Dec 2012 16:53:10 -0500

Read these symptoms of sleep deprivation to save your life or the life of someone you love. It has to do with your eyes and hearing. Check it out here...

Free Sleep Report: The How to Buy a Mattress Checklist

Thu, 8 Nov 2012 19:17:08 -0500

Picture this. You lie down on your fresh, new, luxury mattress or memory foam topper. It is so comfortable...so kind to your aching joints...so sleep inviting...you wonder why you waited so long to get something you deserve—a great mattress and a great night's sleep. If you're anything like me, you waited so long because buying a mattress is a pain in the you know what. In fact, I got so frustrated by all the mattress mumbo-jumbo from mattress stores, I created a free special report. The report shows you exactly what you need to do to make sure you get the best mattress for you. All you have to do is click the link you see here, and you can instantly download my free report. It's as simple as that.

Take This Important Sleepiness Quiz

Sun, 4 Nov 2012 12:24:22 -0500

Do you recall a time when you drove your car when you were sleepy? Or how many times have your eyes drooped and your head bobbed while you were sitting reading, working, or watching TV? The point is, during the day you need to be alert to perform your best. However, estimates are that around 75% of people experience daytime sleepiness when they should be fully alert. I just published two issues of my Sleep Chat newsletter that address the problem of sleepiness. The famous Epworth Sleepiness Scale is a short quiz you can take to see whether you have a problem with excess sleepiness. It will only take you a few moments to complete the test. This is important. Because most people are not aware of how much sleep deprivation affects the way they live, look, and feel. Sleepiness can be dangerous. So click the link below to take the test and find out how sleepy you may be. You will see the Sleep Chat Back Issues page. You must read the November 1 issue first. It's called Step 1 to Better Sleep: Take This Simple Quiz. Then read the November 2 issue called Your Epworth Sleepiness Scale Score and What It Means.

You Can't Sleep? Let's Understand Insomnia

Tue, 9 Oct 2012 20:11:43 -0400

To see why you can't sleep, let's be clear on what is insomnia, the types of insomnia, and the causes of insomnia. Plus, sleeping pills kill how many people?