Why do some people snore while others don't? Read this to find out

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December 13, 2018

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Almost everyone wonders why the person sleeping beside me and it get very annoying so to know the real reason continue reading

It gets very annoying when the person sleeping beside us is snoring,sometimes we even wonder if he/she is doing intentionally but that might not be the case.

The basic reason for the rumbling is tissue in and around the upper airways that, during the act of breathing, vibrates. Those vibrations are what produce the sound. It isn’t always the same body part vibrating—it can be the tongue, soft palate, uvula, tonsillar pillars, or other areas. And although it seems obvious, it’s worth noting that nobody snores when they are awake. This is because when you sleep, the muscles relax in your body, including the muscles in your neck and throat area. Relaxation decreases how much space is in your airways, which can sometimes lead to snoring.

That’s the biological background on snoring, but it doesn’t explain why some people snore and others don’t. Other factors can contribute; the most common is that there’s too much tissue in the throat and nasal areas. That’s why weight gain is often connected to snoring—many people who never snored in the past will begin to do so when they put on a few pounds. Gaining weight can add to the weight of your neck, which presses down on the throat during sleep.

So now you know why do people snore so now let us see some remedies for that

• Having poor posture while sleeping can narrow your airway while a simple readjustment—say, going from your back to your side or raising your head slightly.
• regular consumption of alcohol or tobacco, allergies, or nasal obstruction should be avoided.
• Drink plenty of fluids.When you are dehydrated,it might cause you to snore.

Overall, get enough sleep, sleep on your side, avoid alcohol before bedtime and take a hot shower if nasal passages are clogged.These simple practices can make a huge difference in reducing snoring.

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Do you think that you are a good multitasker? You might be wrong

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December 08, 2018

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Do you feel that you are good at doing multiple tasks at the same time and have powerful brain than others then you might need to read this-

Researches have shown that human brain actually can't multitask,read the article to know more: 

The short answer to whether people can really multitask is no. Multitasking is a myth. The human brain cannot perform two tasks which require high-level brain function at once. Low-level functions like breathing and pumping blood are not considered in multitasking, only tasks you have to think about. What actually happens when you think you are multitasking is that you are rapidly switching between two or more tasks.

The first is goal shifting. Goal shifting happens when you switch your focus from one task to another.

The second stage is rule activation. Rule activation turns off the rules (how the brain completes a given task) for the previous task and turns on the rules for the new task.

So when you think you are multitasking you are actually switching your goals and turning the respective rules on and off in rapid succession. The switches are fast (tenths of a second) so you may not notice them, but those delays and the loss of focus can add up.

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Did you know that introvert and extrovert have different structure of brain?

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December 08, 2018

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We see many people around us some of them are extroverts while some are introverts but did you know that they actually have different structure of brain ,to know more continue reading the article -

Before going any further we'll see what are introverts and what are extroverts:

Introverts: a person predominantly concerned with their own thoughts and feelings rather than with external things.

Extrovert: a person predominantly concerned with external things or objective considerations.

Research completed over several decades has shown that the brains of introverts and extroverts are activated differently depending on their circumstances, and it has a lot to do with dopamine, a neurotransmitter that controls the brain's reward and pleasure systems.

Common knowledge dictates that introverts are quieter and tend to feel more energized from spending time alone, while extroverts are louder and gain reinforcement and energy from being with others. Extroverts often exhibit qualities of charm, charisma, and persuasion, while introverts tend to be creative and prefer to work alone.

Randy Buckner of Harvard University discovered that introverts tended to have larger, thicker gray matter in their prefrontal cortex — a region of the brain that is linked to abstract thought and decision-making — while extroverts had less gray matter. Buckner concluded that this might be accountable for introverts’ tendencies to sit in a corner and ponder things thoroughly before making a decision, and extroverts’ ability to live in the moment and take risks without fully thinking everything through (which has its cons and benefits, of course).

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If you just don't sleep,this will happen to your body

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December 08, 2018

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Have you ever thought, what will happen if I just stop sleeping? If yes then here's your answer....

Read the article to know what gradual changes come in your body.

We'll see the changes that happen over specific time period-

1.At 24 hours:You start losing coordination power,there is decline in judgement abilities and your memory becomes weak:

The consequences of sleep deprivation at 24 hours is comparable to the cognitive impairment of someone with a blood alcohol content of 0.10 percent, according to a study published in the International Journal of Occupational Medicine and Environmental Health.Judgment is affected, memory is impaired, there is deterioration in decision-making, and a decline in eye-hand coordination.You're more emotional, attention is decreased, hearing is impaired, and there is an increase in your risk of death from a fatal accident

2.At 36 hours:Your physical health starts to be impacted:

Now your health begins to be at risk. High levels of inflammatory markers are in the bloodstream, which can eventually lead to cardiovascular disease and high blood pressure. Additionally, hormones are affected — your emotions can be all over the place.

3.At 48 hours: Microsleeps and blackouts;

After two days of no sleep, the body begins compensating by shutting down for microsleeps that can last from half a second to half a minute and are usually followed by a period of disorientation.The person experiencing a microsleep falls asleep regardless of the activity they are engaged in.

4.At 72 hours: Hallucinations and Major Cognitive Deficits:

Expect significant deficits in concentration, motivation, perception, and other higher mental processes after many sleepless hours.Even simple conversations can be a chore,This is when the mind is ripe for hallucinations.

These were the consequences of sleep deprivation,So next time be sure to get a proper sleep to stay focused and energetic throughout the day. :D

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Are you getting Sick or Infected Often? This might be the reason

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December 07, 2018

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If you feel tired exhausted and sick very often then you should read this to know the actual reason behind it.

No one wants to be sick or exhausted very often but some of us to get sick every another day but did yot know that this might be due to deficiency of vitamin D.

One of vitamin D's most important roles is keeping your immune system strong so you're able to fight off viruses and bacteria that cause illness.

It directly interacts with the cells that are responsible for fighting infection.If you often become sick, especially with colds or the flu, low vitamin D levels may be a contributing factor.

Several large observational studies have shown a link between a deficiency and respiratory tract infections like colds, bronchitis and pneumonia

A number of studies have found that taking vitamin D supplements at a dosage of up to 4,000 IU daily may reduce your risk of respiratory tract infections

In one study in people with the chronic lung disorder, only those who were severely deficient in vitamin D experienced a significant benefit after taking a high-dose supplement for one year.

So if you thing you are suffering from vitamin D deficiency then you can try adding following foods to boost Vitamin D in your body naturally

• Soybeans
• Spinach
• Eggs
• Fishes
• Orange juice
• Cheese
• Dairy products like milk ,yogurt etc

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Can't get a song off your mind? Here's why

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December 07, 2018

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Are you singing a song repeatedly even when you are giving your exam or doing some important work ?If yes then please read the following article.

We all love listening to our favourite songs but when some song starts playing in our head repeatedly it can be annoying.So let's know why this happens 

        Before that we should know about what earworms are, don't worry earworms aren't real worms found in ears but it is a term used to refer to something that sticks in your mind subconsciously .

Most people report earworm songs as benign or pleasant. But others find them annoying or even maddening.Many researchers are working to find out why this happens.

While experts are starting to understand the common characteristics of earworm songs, they’re less clear on why these songs stick in our heads in the first place.Research has also shown that people with neurotic or obsessive-compulsive traits tend to experience earworm songs more frequently, and the songs tend to stick around longer.

There are some well-established ways to rid yourself of these perturbing bits of musical fluff.

Try finding a mentally demanding task and putting your mind on it usually shifts attention away from internal music.

Researchers also suggest that chewing gum can also help. “When a song is stuck in our heads, it’s almost like we’re singing along with it and if you make your mouth do something else like chewing gum, eating a meal or talking with a friend then that can kick out the earworm.”

So next time when a song starts playing in your head then don't worry its a common phenomenon. :D


Resources:-

1. https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/09298215.2015.1084331
2. https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/0305735611406578
3. https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Victoria_Williamson/publication/235417631_Contracting_Earworms_The_Roles_of_Personality_and_Musicality/links/0fcfd5116185c5013d000000.pdf

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