Good health is intertwined with good sleep. How have you been sleeping?

Sleep allows humans to recharge. It helps restore a natural chemical balance in our bodies.

You know how it feels when you don’t get enough sleep? Contrast that with how you feel when you get a great night’s sleep.

Sleep is as vital as food and oxygen for life and good health. 

So how can we get better sleep? First look at your pre-bedtime habits. There are a number of things that can thwart our natural sleep cues (such as binge-watching television or endlessly scrolling social media).

Does the room temperature make a difference in our sleep? Is there a bedtime that’s best for adults? If you take a nap, does it ruin your night’s sleep? Is it bad if you snore?

In this episode, host Mark Gomez, MD, and his guest, Alan Kominsky MD, FACS, uncover the truth about sleep, including how we end up derailing our natural sleepiness and how to get better rest.

Guest

• Alan Kominsky, MD, FACS - Double board-certified in otolaryngology and sleep medicine; Assistant Professor of Surgery at Cleveland Clinic; Head & Neck Institute Residency Program Director and Head, Section of Surgical Sleep & Snoring.

Additional resources * 8 ways to get a good night’s sleep while springing ahead * Can’t sleep? Try this. * How to help someone who snores * Why cancer and trouble sleeping go hand-in-hand * How sleep affects your heart * Poor sleep is messing with your mental health * Weighing in on weighted blankets — do they really work? * Dos and don’ts for a good night’s sleep * How can lack of sleep affect your health? * Get your kids to bed at a decent hour * Sleeping for two: Moms-to-be get your zzz’s * How Much Sleep Do You Really Need? * Common Signs of Sleep Disorders * Eight Tips for Better Sleep * Learn more about Edward-Elmhurst Health Sleep Centers.