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Sleep
A Sleep Storyteller Reveals Her Secrets for Drifting Off Naturally
By Phoebe Smith
Individual Circadian Clocks Might Be the Next Frontier of Personalized Medicine
By Mandy Oaklander
‘A Rinsing of the Brain.’ New Research Shows How Sleep Could Ward Off Alzheimer's Disease
By Alice Park
Scientists Are Learning to Read—and Change—Your Nightmares
By Jeffrey Kluger
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Forget What You Think You Know About Blue Light and Sleep
It's become a virtually unchallenged piece of conventional wisdom that exposure to blue light—the type emitted by electronic device screens—is bad for sleep. That thinking has spurred a mini-industry of innovations meant to stop those...
By Jamie Ducharme
January 10, 2020
The Sleep Habits That Can Improve Your Grades, According to a New Study
Here's how sleep influences grades
By Jamie Ducharme
October 2, 2019
Go Ahead, Take a Nap. A New Study Says They May Be Good for Your Heart
Sweet dreams
By Jamie Ducharme
September 9, 2019
The Science Behind Fever Dreams
Nearly everyone has experienced a fever and its attendant symptoms—from fatigue and body aches to hot flashes and chills. You may also have noticed strange or unusually vivid dreams while trying to sleep off an...
By Markham Heid
June 11, 2019
Why Not Everyone Should Sleep with a White Noise Machine
Sleep sound machines—producing white, pink, or brown noise—can be indispensable for some. But the science shows they aren't for everyone.
By Markham Heid
June 4, 2019
A Wake-Up Call On Smart Beds And Sleep Apps That Collect Your Data
Your bed could be watching you. OK, so not with a camera. At least not yet. But if you have any of a variety of “smart beds,” mattress pads or sleep apps, it knows when...
By Julie Appleby / Kaiser Health News
May 29, 2019
Can You Really Catch Up on Lost Sleep? Here's What the Science Says
Plus, the best way to stay well-rested
By Jamie Ducharme
March 4, 2019
Is Snoring Dangerous? Here's When to Worry
Winston Churchill was a notorious snorer. So, allegedly, was Queen Victoria. They have plenty of company. Roughly 1 in 3 men and 1 in 4 women snore every night or almost every night, according to...
By Markham Heid
January 4, 2019
Here's Why You Shouldn't Take a Sleeping Pill Every Night
Tens of millions of Americans struggle to sleep at night, and many of them turn to sleeping pills for relief. Prescription and over-the-counter sleep aids are especially popular among older adults. A recent study published...
By Markham Heid
October 9, 2018
The Scientific Secrets to Preventing Jet Lag
Traveling abroad can be exhilarating. But sometimes it’s easy to discount the crippling jet leg that can set in after traversing multiple time zones—leaving you exhausted, disoriented and possibly causing you to miss out on...
By Melissa Locker
September 18, 2018
How Sleep Affects Your Relationships, According to Science
In a properly functioning body, sleep helps the brain process your emotions and memories from the day. You wake up well-rested with enough mental space to both create and log new memories and work through...
By Cassie Shortsleeve
August 3, 2018
Do You Really Need Less Sleep As You Age?
Sleep needs vary widely, but they don’t drop much as you get older
By Markham Heid
July 12, 2018
Can You Catch Up on Lost Sleep On the Weekends? Here’s What Experts Think
A new study tackled that question
By Jamie Ducharme
May 24, 2018
13 Ways Being a Night Owl Could Hurt Your Health
Why experts say it's better to go to sleep earlier in the night — plus tips for a healthier bedtime routine
By Amanda MacMillan / Health.com
May 15, 2018
How Being a Night Owl Endangers Your Health
Night owls may have a 10% higher risk of early death
By Alexandra Sifferlin
April 12, 2018
You Asked: Why Do I Sweat When I Sleep?
Blame your sheets. Or your mattress. Or your meds.
By Markham Heid
March 21, 2018
What 7 Sleep Experts Do When They Can’t Fall Asleep
Try these expert-approved tips the next time you're tossing and turning
By Sarah Klein / Health.com
March 20, 2018
What Losing An Hour of Sleep Does to Your Body
It does more than just make you feel tired
By Jamie Ducharme
March 9, 2018
The Reason You Should Sleep in Total Darkness
Invest in some blackout curtains
By Jamie Ducharme
March 7, 2018
People Are Sleeping in 20-Minute Bursts To Boost Productivity. But Is It Safe?
Everything you need to know about the unorthodox sleep habit
By Jamie Ducharme
January 30, 2018
9 Things to Do When You Can’t Sleep Because Your Mind Is Racing
Here's how to quiet your busy brain–and finally get some rest
By Amanda MacMillan / Health
January 23, 2018
Getting More Sleep May Help You Eat Less Sugar
Sleeping at least seven hours a night may help people eat less sugar, according to a new study in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. The research also found that getting more shuteye was an...
By Amanda MacMillan
January 12, 2018
Do This One Simple Thing to Fall Asleep Faster
If you lie awake at night because your mind won’t stop racing, taking five minutes before bed to write out a to-do list for the next day might help you get more shuteye. In a...
By Amanda MacMillan
January 12, 2018
Working the Night Shift Could Raise Your Cancer Risk
Working the night shift is linked to a number of health issues, from heart disease to obesity to sleep disorders—and even cancer. Now, in a new report, researchers in China have found that women who...
By Alice Park
January 8, 2018
This Food May Help You Sleep Better
Your brain may see a boost, too
By Jamie Ducharme
December 22, 2017
Farming Is the Next Frontier in Luxury Retail
These are today's best ideas
By The Aspen Institute
December 21, 2017
Stop Reading Lists of Things Successful People Do
These are today's best ideas
By The Aspen Institute
December 19, 2017
Here's What Your Recurring Nightmares Actually Mean
Everyone has a bad dream once in a while. But having the same one over and over may signal that something specific is missing in your daily life, new research suggests. Men and women in...
By Amanda MacMillan
December 15, 2017
Why Does Your Body Twitch As You're Falling Asleep?
Here’s what you need to know about hypnic or hypnagogic jerks, which strike as a sufferer falls into a deep sleep
By Kate Samuelson
December 4, 2017
What Are the Worst Financial Decisions You Can Make? Here’s What People Are Saying
Do not try these things with your money
By Ashley Hoffman
October 26, 2017
Today’s Journalism Still Inspires Future Generations
These are today's best ideas
By The Aspen Institute
October 6, 2017
Yoga Improves Sleep in People Being Treated For Cancer
People receiving chemotherapy are often plagued by insomnia at night and excessive drowsiness during the day. But a new study in the journal Cancer suggests that yoga can help. Breast cancer patients in the study...
By Amanda MacMillan
September 20, 2017
Moving When You’re Young Might Strengthen Your Adult Brain
These are today's best ideas
By The Aspen Institute
September 12, 2017
What Your Dreams Actually Mean, According to Science
Why do you dream about flying or losing all your teeth?
By Jeffrey Kluger
September 12, 2017
Sleeping With Your Dog Has Health Benefits
Good news, dog lovers: Letting your four-legged friend into the bedroom does not worsen your sleep, according to a new Mayo Clinic study—and it may actually help you rest easier. But before you cuddle up...
By Amanda MacMillan
September 11, 2017
Binge Watchers Have a 98% Greater Risk of Sleep Problems
We're looking at you, Netflix
By Amanda MacMillan / Health.com
August 18, 2017
What It's Like to Have Exploding Head Syndrome
If you've ever heard a sudden loud noise in your sleep, which turns out to be imaginary, you're not losing the plot
By Kate Samuelson
July 24, 2017
Your Significant Other Could Be Making Your Sleep Worse
A new study finds that the majority of bed partners encouraged behavior that could exacerbate their partner's sleeping woes.
By Amanda MacMillan / Real Simple
June 14, 2017
Why Sleeping In May Be Dangerous
Social jet lag—when you stay up late and sleep in—may contribute to bad moods, fatigue, and heart disease
By Amanda MacMillan / Real Simple
June 8, 2017
This Is When Babies Should Start Sleeping On Their Own
A new study calls into question current guidelines about when parents should let infants start sleeping on their own
By Alice Park
June 5, 2017
How to Recover When You’re Sleep Deprived
No, caffeine isn't the answer
By Stacey Colino / Real Simple
May 23, 2017
This Week in Health: Sleep Better, Cure Hiccups and Beware of Ticks
This week's health stories brought good news for people who have trouble sleeping. It's possible to get better rest by using these 6 natural remedies—without ever popping a sleeping pill. Here’s what else caught our...
By Mandy Oaklander
May 4, 2017
6 Expert-Backed Ways to Get Better Sleep
Adults in America are chronically sleep deprived; one in three of us don't get enough sleep. At the same time, doctors are beginning to realize just how critical sleep is for human health. "I used...
By Alexandra Sifferlin
May 3, 2017
8 Ways to Boost Your Energy
Including an easy food swap
By Hallie Levine / Health.com
May 2, 2017
How to Take the Perfect Nap
Make the most of your rest
By K. Aleisha Fetters
April 30, 2017
How to Wake Up To Your Creativity
The following story is excerpted from TIME’s special edition, The Science of Sleep, which is available at Amazon. Sleep is, as ancient maps once labeled uncharted territories, where the dragons be. To go to sleep...
By Jeffrey Kluger
April 30, 2017
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