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February is American Heart Month, and I’ve partn February is American Heart Month, and I’ve partnered with @MedIQCME and Duke Health to raise awareness about atrial fibrillation (AFib), also known as irregular heartbeat which affects 12 million people.My father was diagnosed with AFib and my family has a history of this condition, so I do my best to learn as much as I can about it.

I’ve learned that when the atrium’s squeezing becomes irregular, blood doesn’t flow as smoothly through the heart and clots can form. Those clots can travel to the brain, disrupting the oxygen supply and causing a stroke. People with AFib are at approximately 5 times greater risk for stroke than those with regular heartbeats. Stroke is a leading cause of death and also of serious, long-term disability. It is essential to get to a hospital quickly if you suspect a stroke in yourself or others.Learn the acronym FAST to recognize the signs of stroke: 

F = Face. Ask the person to smile. Does one side of the face droop?

A = Arms. Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward? 

S = Speech. Ask the person to repeat a simple phrase. Is the speech slurred or strange?

T= Time. If you see any of these signs, call 9-1-1 right away.

Take this survey (link in bio) for the chance to win 1 of 5 $100 VISA gift cards—takes less than 10 minutes.

Thanks, @mediqcme, and Duke Heart. Supported by an educational grant from the Bristol Myers Squibb and Pfizer Alliance.
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Career, Featured, Health & Beauty, Sponsored, Vicks Ambassador · January 4, 2016

4 Tips to Help You Resolve to Sleep Better #AD


4 Tips to Help You Resolve to Sleep Better

Disclaimer: As a member of the Vicks® Ambassador Network, I will be sharing stories and tips related to their products and have received compensation. As always, I believe in honest storytelling as it relates to working with brands, and the opinions expressed in these posts belong to me and aren’t influenced in any way.

Living a healthier lifestyle, eating better, writing more, and spending time on my hobbies are all wonderful resolutions that I have as goals for 2016. But a huge issue that many of us have may not be on our list, and that is one of getting more sleep. As working parents who are busy navigating our careers, taking care of our families, and running our homes, sleep is often something that we don’t get enough of. Lack of sleep can cause weight gain, higher stress, and other negative health attributes that aren’t good for us, so we all need to make sure we are getting enough rest so we can be prepared to be our best each and every day. As a Vicks® Ambassador Network member, I am sharing 4 tips to help you resolve to sleep better:

Set Bedtime

Having a set bedtime each night can help train your body to get into sleep mode regularly. When your body clock is synched, it will do the work for you by preparing you for bed physically. This will help you slow down and get sleepy so that you can get the rest you need. We give our kids’ bedtimes for the very same reason—because we want them to get the proper rest. We must also do the same.

It is recommended that you get 7-8 hours of sleep per night, so when creating your bedtime schedule, make sure that you are incorporating enough time so you can sleep better and be healthier.

Go Dark & Power Down

One to two hours before bed, you should power down your devices and turn off your television. This also helps your body prepare for rest, as the bright light of your tablet, laptop, phone, and other devices can keep you in work mode and make it hard for you to relax and rest. Get in the habit of powering down all of your tech gadgets—those status updates and emails will be there when you wake up in the morning.

No Caffeine

Caffeinated drinks such as soda, coffee, and tea have the opposite effect of helping you prepare to sleep better. Caffeine keeps you up and in an active state, which is hard to come down from when you are about to go to bed. Just say no to caffeinated drinks after 6pm each night, or at least three to four hours before your planned bedtime so that your body shift to sleep mode.

Lavender

Lavender is a proven sleep inducer, and when inhaled, helps the mind shift to a rest and relaxation state that is important for preparing for sleep. A few drops of lavender essential oil on your pillow at night can help your body get the rest it needs.

You can also use ZzzQuil to help you get a good night’s rest. ZzzQuil is a non-habit-forming sleep-aid for the relief of occasional sleeplessness that can help you fall asleep soundly and wake up feeling refreshed. Learn more by visiting Vicks.com.

Put into use these tips to help you sleep better and get more rest. Here’s to a wonderful 2016.

Make sure to join the ZzzQuil Twitter Chat at 8pm-9pm EST on Tuesday, 1/5. Get advice on how to get off to the right start for 2016.

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  1. Martina McKeough says

    January 12, 2016 at 12:12 pm

    As a hypnotherapist I would also recommend using a relaxtion or hypnosis audio before bed to help you wind down. Another tip that I give my clients is to actually go to bed later rather than earlier. Many insomniacs go to bed too early to try and make up for the sleep that they think they have lost but as they are generally not tired enough they can’t fall asleep.

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When I was Sweet 16. #tbt #throwbackthursday When I was Sweet 16. #tbt #throwbackthursday
To all the lovers. A little flower arrangement fro To all the lovers. A little flower arrangement from me to you for Love Day. ❤️❤️❤️ #valentines #valentinesday #love
Circa 1981. My snaggletooth era. 😂#TBT Circa 1981. My snaggletooth era. 😂#TBT
We did our best to recreate our onesie moment from We did our best to recreate our onesie moment from 2013. Strike a pose, the remix.
Finally! After a year (or more) we’ve finally be Finally! After a year (or more) we’ve finally been able to get a staycation on the calendar. Having fun with these ladies!
Circa 1990 when I was a sophomore in high school i Circa 1990 when I was a sophomore in high school in Jacksonville, and I had 3 different hairstyles going on at the same time.  #FBF #backintheday
So, I’m doing THING! Join me and the cast of thi So, I’m doing THING! Join me and the cast of this year’s @shesaidstlouis  on Friday, March 10th at The Sheldon. We’ll be sharing our stories monologue style, and it’s going to be a good time. If you’d like to get tickets, hit me up! A portion of the proceeds will go to @rungforwomen. 👍🏾
February is American Heart Month, and I’ve partn February is American Heart Month, and I’ve partnered with @MedIQCME and Duke Health to raise awareness about atrial fibrillation (AFib), also known as irregular heartbeat which affects 12 million people.My father was diagnosed with AFib and my family has a history of this condition, so I do my best to learn as much as I can about it.

I’ve learned that when the atrium’s squeezing becomes irregular, blood doesn’t flow as smoothly through the heart and clots can form. Those clots can travel to the brain, disrupting the oxygen supply and causing a stroke. People with AFib are at approximately 5 times greater risk for stroke than those with regular heartbeats. Stroke is a leading cause of death and also of serious, long-term disability. It is essential to get to a hospital quickly if you suspect a stroke in yourself or others.Learn the acronym FAST to recognize the signs of stroke: 

F = Face. Ask the person to smile. Does one side of the face droop?

A = Arms. Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward? 

S = Speech. Ask the person to repeat a simple phrase. Is the speech slurred or strange?

T= Time. If you see any of these signs, call 9-1-1 right away.

Take this survey (link in bio) for the chance to win 1 of 5 $100 VISA gift cards—takes less than 10 minutes.

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