Catherine Conlon: Sleep…is as important to your health as diet and exercise

Catherine Conlon: Sleep...is as important to your health as diet and exercise

Since becoming president, Donald Trump has said he typically gets four to five hours of sleep each night. In a 2017 interview with Fox News, he said he typically goes to bed at midnight or 1 a.m. and wakes up at 5 a.m. to eat, read the newspaper, and watch TV. “Don’t sleep any more … Read more

7 foods rich in magnesium that can help improve sleep and mood

7 foods rich in magnesium that can help improve sleep and mood

2. Chia seeds Another seed that is high in magnesium is chia seeds. “Two tablespoons of chia seeds provides a significant amount of magnesium,” says Dryden. In addition to magnesium, she says, these tiny seeds are also rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which are important for brain function and reducing inflammation, both of which are … Read more

Just 5 minutes more exercise and 10 minutes more sleep may lower your risk of heart disease.

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A new study suggests that making small lifestyle changes can significantly protect your heart health. Image credit: Westend61/Getty ImagesThis article was originally published on Medical News Today A new study investigated how small changes in lifestyle affect cardiovascular health. The research team followed more than 50,000 people for about eight years, tracking their sleep, nutrition, … Read more