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Sleep in Men and Women

Thursday, September 6th, 2007

A good night’s sleep relies on having a good, comfortable bed and with Bedstar’s fantastic range of cheap beds, there’s no reason not to be sleeping on a bed or mattress that’s right for you.

But whilst a new bed might provide part of the solution, do you know how your sleep patterns actually work?
For instance, did you know that women are more prone to suffering from sleep problems than men?

A recent survey found that, on average, a woman aged 30-60 sleeps for just six hours and forty-one minutes during the working week, whilst 63% of women experience symptoms of insomnia at least two nights a week, compared with just 54% of men.

Some of the problems faced by women when it comes to getting a good night’s sleep can be related to menstruation, pregnancy or menopause, but other factors can be at the root of the problem, such as a lack of routine, dietary factors such as alcohol and caffeine or the bedroom environment, including the bed or mattress that you are using.

Understanding your menstrual cycle can greatly improve the quality of your sleep. Changing levels of hormones experienced by a woman throughout the month and over her lifetime, like oestrogen and progesterone, have a direct impact on sleep. Understanding the effects of these hormones, environmental factors and lifestyle habits can help women enjoy a good night’s sleep.

One of the easiest and most effective ways in which you can improve the quality of your sleep it to make sure that your bedroom environment is conducive to relaxation.

Try to have a standard relaxing bedtime routine, and keep regular sleep times and make sure your bedroom is dark, cool and quiet. Bedstar offer a range of cheap pillows for you to purchase online which are extremely comfortable as well as a massive choice of discounted mattresses that are designed specifically with comfort and quality sleep in mind.

With such a range on offer, buy beds online from Bedstar today and very soon you could be feeling much fresher and more energetic you when wake up every morning.

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Sleep Disorders In Women

Thursday, August 16th, 2007

At Bedstar.com, not only do we have some of the cheapest beds online, but we also like to share our expert advice on getting a great nights sleep. After you looked through our medical articles, why not browse through our catalogue for some of the cheapest beds on the internet!

Research has shown women are twice as likely as men to have difficulties falling asleep or maintaining sleep. Yet, specialists often overlook women’s complaints around sleep. Scientific research has only recently focused on the causes of sleep problems in women, particularly sleep patterns and the changing needs and problems that can influence sleep in woman over their life spans. In general, sleep is sounder and less prone to disturbances during young adulthood; however some women are prone to sleep problems during their reproductive years. Hormonal fluctuations associated with menstrual cycle and pregnancy may affect sleep rhythms and stress reactivity, thereby rendering women more vulnerable to emotional stress and to sleep disturbances.

Pregnancy may also disturb sleep. During the first trimester, women need more sleep and feel sleepier during the day. During the second trimester, sleep improves. During the third trimester, women tend to sleep less and are more awake. The most common reasons for sleep disturbances are frequent urination, heartburn, general discomfort, fetal movements, low back pain, leg cramps, and nightmares. Swelling in nasal passages may cause snoring and sleep apnoea during pregnancy.

For other women, it can be psychosocial factors that restrict their sleep. Many young women coping with extra work hours as well as with their roles as mothers and wives may cut back on the amount of sleep they need, ignoring signs of fatigue and other effects of insufficient sleep. As women age, physical and hormonal changes take place that make sleep lighter and less sound. Studies have shown older women get less deep sleep and are more likely to wake up at night.

Physical factors, such as physical discomfort, pain, disorders of breathing, and menopausal symptoms may also disturb sleep. Studies have shown that about 30% of employed women report having problems with their sleep, and the problems are more frequent in women older than 40 years. Getting enough sleep has an enormous impact on a woman’s life as it improves job performance, concentration, social interaction, and general sense of well-being.

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