The Importance of Sleep [Infographic]

WRITTEN BY  Kara McKnight- 17 May 2012

Here's why it's important to get that well-deserved sleep and "Dream On."

Ahh, sleep. We all love it. Whether you're a Morning Person and can't wait to fall into your bed at the end of the day or a Night Owl who has a hard time prying themselves out of bed in the morning, everyone loves sleep at one time or another. Most of us, however, just aren't getting enough of it.

We've all heard it before (you may have even heard it here before!): getting enough sleep is important. But, if getting enough Zzzs is something you know you need to (or would like to) work on, check out the below infographic and hopefully the promise of a healthier, more vibrant you will be just too hard to resist...

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Source: http://www.mindbodygreen.com/0-4078/Why-Sleep-Is-So-Important-Infographic.html

Eat Better, Sleep Better

WRITTEN BY  Kara McKnight- 20 February 2012

Healthy eating habits lead to better sleeping habits, which lead to a healthier, happier, more attractive you.

Not too long ago we investigated if you could potentially Sleep Your Way To Beauty. We discovered via The Huffington Post that people who get more sleep are more attractive compared to when they get less sleep, which resulted in my new number one goal: to get more sleep! But, hey, in today’s hectic society, we’re busy and I’ll be the first to admit that getting more sleep is easier said than done.

Which is why I was happy to come across Fitness magazine's article on how choosing healthier eating habits may help you get a more restful night’s sleep . Eat better, sleep better, look and feel better! Sounds good to me.

Eating well and still having trouble getting to sleep? Fitness magazine recommends Vitamins and Minerals for Great Sleep , including B Vitamins , Calcium, and Zinc.

Image source: http://www.motherearthnews.com/Natural-Health/2007-11-01/How-to-Get-Better-Sleep.aspx

Healthy Choices For Midnight Snacking

WRITTEN BY  Kara McKnight- 08 February 2012

Midnight snacking keeping you up past your bedtime? Read on...

I have to admit, I don't usually experience the pangs of hunger that occur post-dinner time. However...that said, I have had the pleasure of living with someone who does – my younger sister. I used to see her troop down to the fridge anywhere from 1 hour after dinner, to 10 o'clock, right up until 1 A.M. And every time, she would emerge from the kitchen, arms laden with anything from oatmeal (one of her healthier choices) to chips, to cake. So, my dear sister, I would like to dedicate this post to you…

Read 12 Healthy Midnight Snacks from Celebrity Chefs.

Although it’s generally recommended that you avoid eating the closer you are to your bedtime, it can be even more detrimental to your body if you go to bed hungry. So, the trick is to eat a healthier snack and allow yourself 20 to 40 minutes after you’ve eaten, to digest, before you hit the sack.

Sleep tight!

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Image source: http://www.time.com/time/health