Does someone on your Christmas list have a sleep disorder? Here are 10 ideas for you to consider.
1. The Insomnia Answer
This book gives tips on getting a good night's sleep for those who suffer from insomnia.
2. The Ultimate Relaxation Album
A soothing music album.
3. An Electric Blanket
Trouble sleeping can come from being cold and an electric blanket or a heated mattress pad might just do the trick.
4. Yoga to Help You Sleep
Gentle yoga exercises for better sleep.
5. Herbal Tea
There are herbal teas that help us get a good night's sleep.
6. Slippers
A warm, soft pair of slippers.
7. A Novel
If sleep is impossible, a person might as well read.
8. A Movie
If they like movies, a movie might be just the thing for those long nights.
9. Aromatherapy
Relaxing scented candles, massage oils, and more.
10. Gift Basket
Use your knowledge of the recipient to fill your own gift basket.
These are just a few ideas. There are many more possibilities out there.
Dale L. Edwards
Tuesday, November 28, 2006
Wednesday, November 22, 2006
Electric Zap During Sleep
There is a research study investigating the effect of electric current to the brain during sleep. Their findings show an 8% increase in memory when they use a certain frequency.
"Students we tested were better at remembering a vocabulary list with oscillating electric stimulation," said lead researcher Jan Born, from the Department of Neuroendocrinology at the University of Luebeck, in Germany. "Between stimulation we observed increased slow oscillating activity, which is generated by the brain itself. This intensifies slow-wave sleep," he said.
It is possible that electric stimulation might enhance the memory of older patients or patients with Alzheimer's, Born said. "We can improve the function of slow-wave sleep and therefore memory," Born said. "It could also have an application in sleep disturbances, because this stimulation also improves sleep."
Born reported his findings in the Nov 5 online edition of Nature.
There seems to be a hot debate over whether memory is actually enhanced. Some believe this could herald a new way to learn, while others say bah humbug to the whole idea that memory can be enhanced during sleep.
I thought this was an interesting article. Especially the idea that using an electric current while we sleep may improve sleep. I don't know about you, but I'll take just about anything that can impove my sleep.
Dale L. Edwards
"Students we tested were better at remembering a vocabulary list with oscillating electric stimulation," said lead researcher Jan Born, from the Department of Neuroendocrinology at the University of Luebeck, in Germany. "Between stimulation we observed increased slow oscillating activity, which is generated by the brain itself. This intensifies slow-wave sleep," he said.
It is possible that electric stimulation might enhance the memory of older patients or patients with Alzheimer's, Born said. "We can improve the function of slow-wave sleep and therefore memory," Born said. "It could also have an application in sleep disturbances, because this stimulation also improves sleep."
Born reported his findings in the Nov 5 online edition of Nature.
There seems to be a hot debate over whether memory is actually enhanced. Some believe this could herald a new way to learn, while others say bah humbug to the whole idea that memory can be enhanced during sleep.
I thought this was an interesting article. Especially the idea that using an electric current while we sleep may improve sleep. I don't know about you, but I'll take just about anything that can impove my sleep.
Dale L. Edwards
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