Falling asleep earlier was linked to greater weight loss in adults with prediabetes, according to new research. An analysis of data from a randomized trial led by the NYU Rory Meyers College of Nursing found that each hour earlier participants fell asleep was associated with roughly 1. 3 pounds of weight loss over eight weeks, … Read more
Get ready to turn back the clocks — and potentially throw your sleep schedule out of whack. Daylight saving time ends at 2 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 1, when clocks across most of the US fall back an hour, giving Americans an extra 60 minutes of sleep — but potentially disrupting their body’s internal clock, a … Read more
She’s on the couch — but he’s in the doghouse. A post on Reddit’s infamous “Am I the A-hole” subreddit recently went viral for his sticky sleep situation, asking if he was in the wrong for requesting that his wife crash on the couch instead of their bed so he could get some much-needed shut-eye … Read more
We had such high hopes. Many of us struggle to get enough sleep every night, so we end up reaching for sleep aids like melatonin and maybe something a bit stronger. Over 23 million American adults use cannabis products to help them snooze. Think gummies, tinctures, drinks or a good ol’ toke. Roughly 23 million … Read more
Turning the clocks back at the end of daylight saving time has been linked to trouble falling and staying asleep, while ongoing sleep loss can take a toll on health. While some research has suggested that the fall time change could have some cardiovascular benefits, the abrupt loss of evening sunlight can suppress serotonin and … Read more
Let’s talk a bot sex, baby! To bed 10,000 men in 24 hours, Lily Phillips, the OnlyFans model who recently slept with 1,113 dudes in half the time, isn’t working harder; she’s working smarter with artificial intelligence. The British bombshell, 25, has replicated her lusty likeness with a digital twin — an AI-powered proxy that’s continuously updated via … Read more
An experimental obesity drug significantly reduced breathing interruptions and other symptoms of obstructive sleep disorder in two clinical trials, according to new research published in The New England Journal of Medicine. Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) affects more than 50 million Americans, and about 80% of cases are undiagnosed, according to the National Sleep Foundation. The … Read more
Everyday habits — from what you eat for breakfast to how much you sleep — can have a significant impact on blood sugar levels, according to a metabolic health expert. Maintaining healthy blood sugar levels is essential for energy, organ function and overall metabolic health, while frequent or prolonged spikes and drops can contribute to … Read more
The clock is falling back — and your health might, too. The end of daylight saving time (DST) on Nov. 1 gives us an extra hour to snooze, a welcome perk, considering quality shuteye is essential to good health. But experts warn the time change can actually take a devastating toll on certain groups of … Read more
Depressive symptoms may look similar, but there are various underlying causes. While depressive symptoms like fatigue, low mood or low energy can look similar in many people, the complex condition can be caused by a combination of factors, leading to different subtypes of depression. Recent research identified a new subtype that may be driven by … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. I sleep hot; my partner, conversely, sleeps cold. It’s the perennial battle waged in countless New York bedrooms, and typically, most bedding forces someone to pick a losing side. For … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. I sleep hot. My partner sleeps cold. For about four months’ worth of sleeps over the summer and into fall, we shared one queen bed, nine sets of white sheets … Read more
At night, your teen should sleep like a baby. They actually need more ZZZ’s than adults — up to 11 hours, compared to adults’ seven to nine hours— to support their rapidly developing brains and bodies. That’s why losing sleep night after night is more than a bad habit. It has major consequences as teens … Read more
Protecting our brains should be top of mind as we get older. The most conscientious make a point to get out and exercise, avoid smoking and keep tabs on blood pressure — maybe even protect their hearing, get vaccinated and listen to music to lower dementia risk. But a seemingly harmless routine practiced by as … Read more
Sheet happens during pillow talk. There’s a slew of bizarre behaviors during sleep, and while sleep talking may be the least unusual, it’s possibly one of the most common, with studies suggesting around 2 in 3 people exhibit the behavior. Researchers decided to take a closer look at what sleep talkers are yapping about, including … Read more
Zyn may have taken nicotine pouches mainstream, but we’ve come a long way since the brand popularized the “lip pillow.” When the company hit US shelves more than a decade ago, it helped kick open the door to a booming new market for tobacco alternatives. Now, everyone wants a piece of the pouch. Brands are … Read more
A new analysis of 44 studies has linked “doomscrolling” to higher levels of anxiety and psychological distress — but for some, information overload may also contribute to a phenomenon one neurologist calls “helicopter brain.” The research, published in Frontiers in Psychology, found associations between excessive consumption of negative online content and poorer mental health, although … Read more
A popular baby sleep remedy could be hazardous to infants. A baby product sold online is being voluntarily recalled after federal testing discovered undeclared alcohols, prompting health officials to urge parents and caregivers to immediately stop using it. Pacific Health Sciences issued the voluntary recall for Lot 25122bw of its Babies’ Magic Tea brand Baby … Read more
Some people call it self-advocacy. Their bosses call it a scheduling headache. Either way, “chronoworking” — structuring your job around your personal circadian rhythm instead of the traditional 9-to-5 — has become the workplace buzzword of the return-to-office era, and it’s already dividing offices into two camps: the biologically enlightened, and the deeply annoyed. The … Read more
You might not turn into a pumpkin, but at midnight, your brain could be undergoing a dramatic transformation. Some researchers call it “Mind After Midnight.” They believe that not getting to bed has effects long before you’re drowsy at work the next day. In the dark of night, your brain changes to become more impulsive, … Read more