Northside Lifetime of Care - Winter 2015 - (Page 14)

Be Well Rest Better Tonight Visit northside.com/sleep or call 404.851.8135 for more sleep tips. What's Your Sleep Personality? Find out what it means for your overall health I n today's world, one that rewards productivity and workaholism, many people wear sleepless nights like badges of honor. But there's nothing honorable about forsaking your health for an extra hour or two of work each day. When it comes to getting enough sleep, most of us know we can do better. So what are you doing about it? THINKING ABOUT IT WORRYING ABOUT IT You probably know how much sleep you get (or don't) each night. But how does that compare with what you need? Most adults require seven to nine hours of sleep each night-but 30 percent of them get fewer than six hours, according to the National Sleep Foundation. Do you lie in bed at night unable to sleep or do you not feel refreshed even after a full night's sleep? You may have a sleep disorder, such as insomnia or sleep apnea. Talk to your doctor about whether a sleep study is right for you. IGNORING IT ACTING ON IT If you're among the 30 percent who aren't getting enough shut-eye, there could be health consequences. Lots of restorative processes take place during sleep, particularly deep sleep. Your blood pressure drops, and your body releases hormones that help with everything from developing muscles to regulating appetite. 14 Northside Lifetime of Care Sometimes environmental factors are the cause of sleep problems. Start by establishing a relaxing bedtime routine; avoiding alcohol, nicotine and caffeine too close to bedtime; making sure your room is cool, dark and quiet; and exercising no later than three hours before bedtime. http://www.northside.com/sleep

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Northside Lifetime of Care - Winter 2015

Northside Lifetime of Care - Winter 2015
Contents
Northside News
Healthy Living
Gut Feelings
Live Well with COPD
Weighing Your Options
Winter Warmers
What’s Your Sleep Personality?
Northside Directory

Northside Lifetime of Care - Winter 2015

Northside Lifetime of Care - Winter 2015 - Northside Lifetime of Care - Winter 2015 (Page 1)
Northside Lifetime of Care - Winter 2015 - Contents (Page 2)
Northside Lifetime of Care - Winter 2015 - Northside News (Page 3)
Northside Lifetime of Care - Winter 2015 - Healthy Living (Page 4)
Northside Lifetime of Care - Winter 2015 - Healthy Living (Page 5)
Northside Lifetime of Care - Winter 2015 - Gut Feelings (Page 6)
Northside Lifetime of Care - Winter 2015 - Gut Feelings (Page 7)
Northside Lifetime of Care - Winter 2015 - Live Well with COPD (Page 8)
Northside Lifetime of Care - Winter 2015 - Live Well with COPD (Page 9)
Northside Lifetime of Care - Winter 2015 - Weighing Your Options (Page 10)
Northside Lifetime of Care - Winter 2015 - Weighing Your Options (Page 11)
Northside Lifetime of Care - Winter 2015 - Winter Warmers (Page 12)
Northside Lifetime of Care - Winter 2015 - Winter Warmers (Page 13)
Northside Lifetime of Care - Winter 2015 - What’s Your Sleep Personality? (Page 14)
Northside Lifetime of Care - Winter 2015 - Northside Directory (Page 15)
Northside Lifetime of Care - Winter 2015 - Northside Directory (Page 16)
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/mcmurry/lifetimeofcare_2015winter
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/mcmurry/lifetimeofcare_2014special
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/mcmurry/lifetimeofcare_2014winter
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/mcmurry/lifetimeofcare_2013fall
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/mcmurry/lifetimeofcare_2013spring
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/mcmurry/lifetimeofcare_2012fall
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/mcmurry/lifetimeofcare_2012summer
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/mcmurry/lifetimeofcare_2012spring
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/mcmurry/lifetimeofcare_2012winter
https://www.nxtbook.com/nxtbooks/mcmurry/lifetimeofcare_2011fall
https://www.nxtbookmedia.com