Bed rotting has a silly Scottish cousin. Believe it or not, you probably already love to “hurkle-durkle” — a Caledonian colloquialism that’s trending globally on English-language social media. We’ve all been there: the alarm is going off and you know it’s time to start the day — but you, cradled in cozy bedding, choose to … Read more
Snooze control. Ever wonder where pilots go for some inflight shut-eye? A pilot has freaked out fliers by revealing the comfy but claustrophobic quarters where captains bed down during long-haul trips. “They have different options to choose from when it comes to getting some shut-eye” explained Ethiopian pilot and A350 instructor Tewodros Solomon in an … Read more
An Australian woman who bedded 22 men during a recent 10-day holiday has shared her horror after being horrifically “slut-shamed” online. Taila Maddison is a sex worker from Newcastle who has amassed a following detailing her life as an adult content creator. After experiencing a recent break-up, Ms. Maddison jetted off to Europe, later revealing … Read more
This quick quiz won’t keep you up all night. A UK sleep aid company is sharing a straightforward, 10-question self-evaluation to help you determine if you’re a victim of dreaded insomnia. The condition affects 10% of the global population, according to the Cleveland Clinic. The quick assessment from Sleep Reset helps identify the reasons why … Read more
If you’re having trouble sleeping, you might want to try a new midnight snack. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that adults get 7 or more hours of sleep per day. However, 1 in 3 American adults (about 84 million people) aren’t getting enough uninterrupted sleep, according to SleepHealth.org. subsequently, about 50 to … Read more
Gen Z and millennials aren’t sleeping on the importance of a good night’s rest. Adults between the ages of 18 and 34 went to bed at 10:06 p.m. on average in January, compared with 10:18 p.m. in January 2023, the Wall Street Journal reported, according to an analysis of more than 2 million total Sleep … Read more
Inhale and count to five. Now exhale, while doing the same. Feeling sleepy yet? A social media-savvy Maryland M.D. revealed to his 2.2 million TikTok followers that this simple breathing exercise is the number one way to fall asleep faster after a long and stressful day. Dr. Kunal Sood, a prolific poster on subjects ranging … Read more
A viral trend is suggesting that with only three ingredients, people may be able to have the best sleep of their lives. “Sleepy girl mocktail” recipes have taken over TikTok with over 57.8 million hashtag views. But does the drink actually work? “Generally, ‘sleepy girl mocktails’ are mocktails designed to promote relaxation and sleep,” Dr. … Read more
Namastay in bed. Adults should be tucking themselves in for at least seven hours of shut-eye a night, per the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, but it seems many are not getting that. Around the country, 70% of adults report they obtain insufficient sleep at least one night a month, while 11% report lackluster sleep every … Read more
A power nap can power your brain. A study published in the journal Sleep Health found that sneaking in a quick nap during the day may correlate with a larger total brain volume. As we age, our brains shrink in size and weight at about 5% per decade after turning 40 — and possibly faster after … Read more
Those looking for a good night’s rest should head to the Golden State: new research found that Californians get the best sleep. The survey of 5,000 Americans, split evenly by state, asked respondents about the average quality of their sleep, how many high-quality nights of sleep they receive in a week and the number of … Read more
Sleep is one of the most beneficial and important things for the human body — but there are key things to avoid to get the best night’s sleep possible. Professor Russell Foster, a world-renowned expert in circadian rhythm, provided a simple checklist to follow to help with better sleep, according to the Daily Mail. Those … Read more
Does your bed seem extra cozy in the winter? This could be why. “If you feel like sleeping more in the winter, you’re not alone,” said Dr. Raj Dasgupta, an associate professor of clinical medicine at Huntington Memorial Hospital in Pasadena, California, told CNN. In fact, six in 10 Americans say their sleep routines feel different during … Read more
It’s time to go to sweep. Research has shown that snoring can worsen in the winter — now, a sleep expert is sharing a 30-second tongue exercise he says will help you (and everyone around you) catch better ZZZs. Snoring is caused by air squeezing through a narrow or obstructed airway, and it can be … Read more
The perfect night’s sleep begins the morning before. No, really, experts say — thanks to the way our biological clocks tick, how we start our waking day can have a significant impact on how it ends. “The circadian rhythm, your internal biological clock, operates on a roughly 24-hour cycle and dictates when you feel awake or … Read more
If you’re extroverted, love horror and fall asleep to TV or podcasts — you’re more likely to sleep in the buff. A new survey of 2,000 Americans split respondents by those who sleep naked and those who prefer wearing pajamas, and it looked at differences in their personalities and their sleeping habits. Those who sleep naked … Read more
Beware of psychopaths under — or in — your bed. One psychologist with experience treating the neuropsychiatric disorder has revealed the top warning signs that someone close to you might be more than just a little bit antisocial — and the probability could be higher than you think. Writing for Psychology Today, Kurt W. Ela revealed … Read more
Tossing and turning could mean more than just a night of poor sleep. New research suggests that middle-aged people who experience interrupted sleep could be at an increased risk of developing memory and cognitive issues later in life. The study, published Wednesday in the journal Neurology, found that those with the most disrupted sleep were … Read more
Sweet dreams are made of this. An engaged couple is proudly proclaiming their decision to sleep in separate rooms — and the bold choice has apparently led them to be “more intimate than ever.” Chantel Billy, 26, and her fiancé Jackson, 27, have opted for separate sleeping arrangements due to the man’s relentless snoring. They … Read more
The average “afternoon slump” starts at 3 o’clock on the dot, according to new research. For those who experience a loss of motivation or lack of energy in the afternoon, the average afternoon slump will last almost 29 minutes. Of those who experience an afternoon slump — 21% of the 2,000 general population Americans surveyed — half … Read more