Your temporomandibular joints (TMJ) are located just in front of your ears, connecting your lower jaw to your skull. Inflammation, tension, or injuries to the joints can cause them to function incorrectly. Whether you experience clicking and popping, your jaw locking into an open or closed position, or facial pain, the foods you eat can help or worsen your symptoms. Here are the best and worst foods to eat if you have a TMJ disorder.

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Weighted blankets are great sleep aids for people with anxiety, ADHD, sensory processing disorders, and many other conditions, but can they help sleep apnea sufferers? Yes! Anxiety can be a source of sleep issues, which can coincide with the breathing disorder. Here’s how a weighted blanket can help you get the rest you need.

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