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Healthy living tips from your friends at Ochsner MUST-READS EDITION Are you a white noise person or a pink noise person? Most of us have heard of white noise, but how about pink, brown or black noise? Learn more about various types of noise that might help you fall asleep -- and stay asleep. Speaking of sleep, is melatonin all that it's cracked up to be? What about other nonprescription sleep aids? Which one is best? For some, there's nothing like a good rainstorm to fall asleep to But that doesn't work for everyone. Amy Meoli, MD, director of sleep medicine, explains the science of white noise and other noises that might help you drift off. Is melatonin a one-way ticket to sleepy town? Ashlynn Mahoney, PharmD, explains that melatonin is a natural hormone produced by our bodies that declines as we age. Learn about the dosage and benefits of melatonin supplements. FEATURED VIDEO How much salt is too much? Recently, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced new guidelines aimed at reducing the amount of salt Americans consume at restaurants or when they eat prepared foods at home. In this video, Christina Cutura, digital medicine health coach, explains how sodium affects your blood pressure. Is melatonin the only over-the-counter sleep supplement? As an adult, you need seven to nine hours of sleep a night. We've got a list of ways to get a better night's sleep, none of which involve a prescription.  Does alcohol kill germs? Hand sanitizer has been a hot commodity the past couple of years during the COVID-19 pandemic. What type of alcohol does it contain, and what does it do to germs? What is sleep apnea? Sleep apnea is a condition that can continually disrupt your sleep. The good news is that this is a treatable medical condition. Victoria Brandt, NP, explains. Sleep issues are one of many things your primary care doctor can address Time for a checkup? Let's get you scheduled. MAKE AN APPOINTMENT About this email: This email is provided as a service by Ochsner Health. To remove yourself from future mailings, please click here to Unsubscribe. Ochsner Health  |  1514 Jefferson Highway  |  New Orleans, LA 70121 ©2021 Ochsner Health  |  Privacy Policy All rights reserved.