The season’s hottest color is the blues — well, the feeling, that is. With sweater weather just around the corner and fewer hours of daylight, those pesky winter blues are setting in as dark and drab October mornings put a damper on our days and make us feel more exhausted than ever. Lisa Artis, the … Read more
Struggling between the sheets? Experts say sleep quality could be where the blame lies. A recent Stanford University study uncovered a possible link between erectile dysfunction and insomnia — saying that 58% of men suffering from lack of shuteye were also struggling with repeated failure to launch. The research was published this month in the … Read more
A method used by the U.S. military in World War II could be an effective way to cure insomnia, some people claim — and sleep experts agree, with some conditions. The strategy, known as the “military sleep technique,” reportedly has helped people fall asleep in less than five minutes. It was originally detailed in Lloyd Bud-Winter’s book, … Read more
You brushed your teeth and said your prayers, and now you’re ready for bed. Not so fast, says one expert. Clearing your nose may be just as important a pre-sleep ritual as brushing your teeth, says Dr. Sebastian Lomas, a UK-based dentist. In a TikTok video’s description, Lomas wrote to his 21,400 followers, “It’s time … Read more
You’re a real jerk if you do this in bed — literally. A Maryland-based doctor is sharing why people often twitch or experience the sensation that they’re falling just before they fall asleep. Taking to TikTok last month, pain management specialist Dr. Kunal Sood said the hypnagogic or hypnic jerk phenomenon may stem from “confusion” … Read more
How did you sleep last night? Not too well, if you’re like many Americans: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that 35% of US adults don’t get enough sleep on a regular basis. This is more than just annoying, because sleeping less than seven hours a day is linked to a greater risk … Read more
Gotta catch some Z’s! A new mobile app called “Pokémon Sleep” is under scrutiny after several behavioral addiction professionals slammed the new video game for trying to profit off of insomniacs, reported Newsweek. The app, which was released to the public in July, has already been downloaded by millions of fans. “In the world of … Read more
If a teenager is wrestling with emotional issues, maybe they’re suffering from “social jet lag.” Social jet lag is the difference between our body’s natural sleep needs (or chronotype) and the time that social tasks — including social media — keep us awake. Health experts have now found that late-night screen time is a primary … Read more
Sweet dreams await thanks to these sleep tips. Dr. Karan Rajan, a surgeon with the UK’s National Health Service — and who boasts millions of followers on social media — is sharing a list of the top five things that are ruining your sleep. Getting plenty of rest — more than seven hours per night, … Read more
Sleeping on your left has never been so right. Waking up on the wrong side of the bed can not only put you in a bad mood but could also impact your health. According to herbal nutrition expert Ali Ramadan, not all sleep is equal, explaining in a TikTok video there are a number of benefits … Read more
The “night owl” seems to be an endangered species. A host of studies have found that night owls are more likely to suffer from health problems and die younger than early birds. Experts now believe they’ve found the cause: Night owls tend to do more smoking and drink more alcohol than those who rise and … Read more
Your sleep might not be restful if there are visions of sugar plums dancing in your head — or your gut. A new study finds that eating a junk food diet filled with sugar, saturated fat and processed foods results in poor sleep quality. And when the participants in that study were switched to a … Read more
Not all sleeping positions are equal when it comes to getting your rest. One position in particular will likely leave you achy rather than refreshed in the morning, according to James Leinhardt, a self-described sleep posture specialist. In a TikTok, Leinhardt declared sleeping on your stomach with your arms stretched out on a pillow as a … Read more
Experts say you should aim for six to eight hours of quality rest a night, but that’s often easier said than done. An estimated 50 to 70 million people in the US have ongoing sleep disorders, according to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. And not getting a good slumber can have serious consequences. … Read more
If sleeping with your partner is hurting your marriage, it might be time to file for a sleep divorce. Many couples are getting a sleep divorce — getting their Zz’s in either separate beds or rooms to improve their personal sleep quality. Partners can sometimes disrupt a good night’s sleep whether it be from snoring, … Read more
A distraught mom is raising awareness about the rare disease that causes her daughter to “forget to breathe” — and face death while sleeping or watching her favorite cartoon. Star Bowyer, 48, and her husband Andrew Bowyer, 44, are required to maintain 24-hour-care for their 6-year-old daughter, Sadie, as she suffers from Congenital Central Hypoventilation … Read more
This annoying sleep habit may have a dangerous effect on brain function. Snoring as a result of sleep apnea could trigger cognitive decline leading to early dementia, a new study found. Scientists discovered that sleep apnea – which typically results in snoring – cuts off blood and oxygen to the brain, which can lead to continued … Read more
You snooze, you lose. A new study published in the journal Neurology suggests that getting too much sleep can be damaging. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends at least seven hours of sleep per night — but researchers found that people who sleep more than nine hours per night had an increased chance … Read more
Desperate for some shut-eye? The answer might be in your kitchen. Toss the sleepy time tea and cut open a kiwi as a midnight snack — that’s right, experts claim the tiny green fruit could reset your sleep schedule. The UK furniture retailer Bed Kingdom recommends eating kiwi before bed as an au natural sleep … Read more
Had a ruff night’s sleep? A new study published in the journal Human-Animal Interactions has shown that people with dogs are more likely to suffer from a sleep disorder. Cat ownership was also associated with sleep issues, but not to the extent that dog owners experience. Researchers acknowledged that while pets may have a relaxing … Read more