Acid Reflux Remedies – Wedge Pillows

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Acid reflux occurs when some hydrochloric acid from the stomach which usually breaks down food, flows up the esophagus into the gullet. This happens when the gastroesophageal sphincter fails and allows stomach contents to be regurgitated into the esophagus. Whereas the stomach is adapted to protect against this acid, the esophagus is not and so symptoms such as heartburn are often felt.

How to Sleep after Shoulder Surgery

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In the United States there are approximately 4.5 million people suffering with shoulder conditions. Whether the cause of the pain is due to rotator cuff repair, scapula or clavicle fracture, bursitis or arthritis, shoulder pain has a severe impact on sleep with patients often not being able to find a position that supports and immobilizes the injury and is comfy enough for them to drift off into their much needed sleep.

How to Stop Snoring Immediately

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For those people sleeping with a partner who snores, snoring is a very real issue causing endless sleepless nights. In a research study carried out by the American Academy of Otolaryngology, up to 45% of adult Americans snore – an estimated 90 million! The noise that is made during the ‘snore’ is actually a vibration from within the throat, usually involving the soft palate, tonsils and adenoids.

Using 3D Eye Masks For Improved REM Sleep

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While we would all love to be able to go to bed and fall asleep immediately, the reality is that there are a number of reasons why that isn’t possible. Insomnia is a real issue for a lot of people, and it’s not always stress that keeps us awake when all we want to do is sleep. This is where a sleep eye mask can come into play, as it can make you feel as though you are in the darkest possible space, making it easier to slip into deep REM sleep.