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FIVE SURPRISING REASONS WHY YOU’RE NOT GETTING ENOUGH SLEEP

It’s no secret that American’s aren’t getting enough sleep every night.  According to the American Sleep Association nearly 70 million Americans have a sleep disorder.  Almost 40% of people have reported falling asleep during the day while at work or school and nearly 5% of people have reported they’ve fallen asleep at the wheel of a car.

Lack of sleep isn’t just dangerous on the road, it can cause a variety of health issues from anxiety and depression to weight gain and indigestion.  It’s easy to blame restless nights on a new born baby or busy work schedule, but what about nights where sleep is evasive without an obvious reason?

ARE YOU SURE IT'S NOT SLEEP APNEA?

Sleep apnea is the number one cause of restless nights for people across the world.  In fact nearly 1 billion people suffer from sleep apnea. The sleep disorder is often attributed to being overweight but sleep apnea can happen to people of any age and any weight for a variety of reasons.  Sleep apnea is a condition that can affect your overall well-being and should be treated by a doctor when diet and exercise interventions don’t lessen symptoms. If it’s not sleep apnea, it could be one of the following reasons:

1. THE FOOD YOU'RE EATING

Diet may not be the most surprising cause of sleepless nights on this list but one of the most common reasons for poor sleep is eating difficult to digest foods, spicy food or acid inducing foods too close to bedtime.  Heartburn and indigestion can show up in a variety of ways from back pain to flank pain and aren’t always obviously heartburn.  If you suspect your diet may be keeping you up at night, try moving dinner time to at least 3 hours before bedtime.

2. YOUR WORK SCHEDULE

Stress and anxiety are big factors when it comes to interrupted sleep but it’s not always work stress that can keep you tossing and turning.  Shift work or an inconsistent work schedule can disrupt your body’s natural sleep rhythm.  College students experience similar issues as shift workers from balancing irregular class schedules and work loads.  Chances are you can’t help your work schedule, so how can you keep your job and also catch some zzz’s?

Create a healthy bedtime routine.  Bedtime routines aren’t just for toddlers.  Studies show that having a reliable routine around sleep can help signal the body that it’s time to wind down; even if your bedtime is inconsistent.  Try soft lighting before bed, bedtime tea or light yoga and stretching.

3. TOO MUCH EXERCISE

There are hardly many downsides to working out but it may be surprising to learn that working out too close to bedtime can cause restless nights.  Intense cardio or anything that gets your heart pumping and your body temperature elevated could delay your bedtime.  When the body is ready to rest, our body temperatures drop and that helps signal the brain to get ready for sleep.  If your body temperature is too high, it may take a little longer to fall asleep.  If you think this may be your problem, move lower intensity workouts to nighttime and try blood pumping workouts earlier in the day.

4. ALL OF THE LIGHTS

Light be another cause that sounds like a no brainer but the light that disrupts our sleep can come from more than just a bedside lamp or computer screen.  Human’s are overwhelmed with light pollution so much so that we often don’t notice how bright our lives are.  A study of people that lived in urban areas with populations over 500,000 had lower quality of sleep based on their proximity to street lights.  Darkness signals our brains that it’s time to sleep, if it’s never dark when does your brain know to turn off?

If your neighborhood is bright at night, try blackout curtains or light blocking shades.  Many light blocking products can be purchased inexpensively online.  If streetlights aren’t your problem, consider that people that text within an hour of bedtime reported 38% lower quality sleep according to a recent survey.  The blue light from our phones can delay sleep signals to the brain.  Try nighttime mode on your favorite apps or phone if you can’t resist tapping before sleep.  

5. HITTING THE SAUCE

This one may actually be surprising considering that an alcoholic beverage before bed is called a “nightcap” but drinking too much before bed can actually lessen not only the amount of sleep but the quality of sleep too.  In fact, consuming more than 3 alcoholic beverages can disturb REM sleep and lead to waking less rested and falling asleep during the day.  If your evening libations are disturbing your sleep, try moving your nightcap up a few hours or drinking night time tea to wind down.  Please never mix alcohol with sleep medicines, it’s very dangerous.  

NO MATTER THE CAUSE, BETTER SLEEP LEADS TO BETTER MORNINGS

Reaching for over the counter sleeping aids or prescription medicines isn’t everyone’s first line of defense when it comes to sleep interruptions.  Homeopathic and natural sleep remedies work wonders for many looking for more peaceful sleep.  Our Dream line of Premium CBD is carefully crafted with naturally derived calming botanical like valerian and melatonin.  Natural sleep remedies may help induce more restful and longer lasting sleep, which can lead to more powerful and productive mornings.  Do you have a favorite natural sleep remedy? Let us know in the comments!

We’re lovingly sharing this advice to help our Hemp Lyfe Tribe explore natural and homeopathic supplements for their mind and body.  This is not medical advice.  Nor do we suggest replacing sound medical advice with internet research.  Please always discuss your health with your health practitioner or doctor.  These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and any natural remedies mention have not been proven to treat or cure illnesses.  

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The New normal

WORK FROM HOME FOREVER – TIPS FOR GETTING STARTED WITH AFFILIATE MARKETINGAugust 25, 2020WELCOME TO THE NEW NORMAL

CAN AFFILIATE MARKETING REPLACE YOUR LOST INCOME?

Millions of Americans are currently finding themselves adjusting to a new way of life and wondering how they’re going to supplement their incomes.

In a recent study, more than 40 million Americans said that they would miss a credit card payment this year as a result of recent events.  Less than 15 years after a big recession, families are finding themselves facing similar circumstances to those that were victims of the financial collapse in 2007.  The difference between our last recession and now is that thanks to the gig economy, cloud computing and the normalcy of working from home, finding ways to earn extra cash when things are tight is easier than ever; if you’re willing to work for it.

WHAT IS AFFILIATE MARKETING AND HOW DOES IT WORK?

HOW TO CHOOSE A GOOD AFFILIATE PROGRAM

A good affiliate program should be straightforward, easy to understand and have a payment structure that makes sense and most importantly, is worth your time.

IS CBD A GOOD CHOICE FOR AFFILIATE MARKETING?

YES! CBD IS ONE OF THE FASTEST GROWING MARKETS IN THE COUNTRY.

Globally, the cannabidoil market is worth about 4.6 billion USD.  The global cannabidiol market was valued at USD 4.6 billion in 2018 and is anticipated to witness a lucrative CAGR of 22.2% over the forecast period. The demand for cannabidiol (CBD) for medical and wellness purposes is high due to its healing properties, which is the key factor driving the growth of the market. Moreover, growing product adoption and utilization owing to government approvals is a major factor anticipated to drive the demand for cannabidiol infused products.

CBD brands pay some of the highest commissions in the eCommerce sector.  Partnering with the right CBD company now could provide residual income for years, even if you decide to go back to your day job.

WHO IS HEMP LYFE?

Our values reflect those of a family that became a business. The approach we take towards designing our products demonstrates a passion for quality and care. Staying true to our core values has helped us create a company we’re proud of.  Welcome to the Hemp Lyfe tribe, we’re honored to join you on this journey.

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Hemp Lyfe is a line of premium CBD products with exclusive products that you'll be proud to share with your friends, family and network.

TRIBE SUPPORT & COACHING

Our Hemp Lyfe team is here to support you every step of the way with free resources, and coaching to set you up for success.

RICHIE JAYNES has years of business leadership and even more years of Business success. Richie received an athletic scholarship to play football and received his degree in Kinesiology and Sports Studies. Upon graduation he received a position as an Assistant Strength and Conditioning coach at a major university in Dallas,Texas achieving one of his goals in life. At the early age of 23 he bought one of Dallas’s top fitness and athletic sports training centers centers, pursuing his life dreams.Tags:

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How CBD May Interact With Birth Control

With possible benefits such as easing restlessness and elevating one’s overall lifestyle, it’s no wonder why cannabidiol, or CBD, is becoming more and more popular. As the demand for CBD products has increased, research on this one-of-a-kind substance is continuing to grow as well. While little is known about the exact interactions between CBD and specific medications, we break down what is currently known about how CBD might interact with a commonly used medication–hormonal birth control.

How CBD Affects The Processing Of Medicine In Our Bodies

CBD is an increasingly popular substance with a wide variety of purported benefits for mental and physical health. As our bodies metabolize CBD in similar ways as other natural substances, studies examine the effects of these similar substances on certain medicines and extrapolate how CBD may react as well.

Similar to the effects of grapefruit on certain medicines, CBD may limit the processing of medication by inhibiting enzymes known as CYP 450 and CYP 3A4. These enzymes become focused on breaking down substances like grapefruit and CBD, so they become less efficient at breaking down many common medicines. These medications can become ineffective or dangerous when not processed correctly in our bodies. If you are not supposed to ingest grapefruit products with any of your current medications, you should avoid CBD as well.

Current Research On CBD And Birth Control

Although many CBD-users swear by the properties of this unique compound, limited research has been completed on the properties and effects of CBD, especially in relation to hormonal medications like birth control pills. With nearly one-quarter of women in the U.S. using a type of hormonal birth control and the rising popularity of CBD, the lack of knowledge surrounding these substances may be concerning for some women.

One of the reliable pieces of research examines the relationship between cannabinoids and hormone receptors. The study suggests that CBD competes with estradiol to bind with hormone receptors in the body, reducing the effectiveness of estrogen-based birth controls. The risk for an unplanned pregnancy increases as CBD blocks estradiol from properly binding with hormone receptors. Other than this study, there is limited information to draw reliable conclusions on exactly how CBD interacts with medications like birth control.

Recommendation

We cannot ensure the effectiveness of hormonal contraceptive methods when combined with CBD products. Because CBD may affect how our bodies process certain medicines and can compete for hormone receptors with estradiol found in birth control, your hormonal birth control may not be as effective when combined with CBD. However, birth control options that don’t use estrogen, like progesterone-based pills, have not been associated with reduced efficacy due to CBD.

Before changing birth control options or introducing CBD into your healthcare regiment, it is essential to talk with your doctor to discuss all possible interactions of CBD with your current medications.

Hemp Lyfe develops top-of-the-line CBD products for those that are ready to embrace a vibrant life. Each of our unique CBD creations in our distinct product lines is created with high-quality, full-spectrum CBD to suit your individual needs. Our products have the highest bioavailability on the market, and our wide variety of products and proprietary formulas will help you find the perfect CBD product for your lifestyle. Are you ready to start living a vibrant life? Then join the Hemp Lyfe Tribe today.