Sleep: Your Guide to a Better Brain and Body
Sleep debt can cause catastrophic effects on your body and mind. Here’s what happens when when you miss out on sleep — plus how to get more of it.
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Why Getting Enough Sleep Is Vital to Your Health
It’s the first thing to go when we’re stressed. It’s the last thing we get when we’re busy. But not sleeping enough can lead our bodies into big trouble. Want to be fit and healthy? Find out why your shuteye should be a top priority.
7 Reasons Why Sleep Is Essential for Your Health and Well-Being
Skimping on sleep can increase stress, undermine metabolism, suppress immunity, and set you up for a host of serious health problems.
How Does Sleep Influence Weight Gain?
New research shows that sleep significantly influences metabolism, appetite, and weight management. Could getting more shuteye help you ward off excess pounds?
Sleep Deficit: The Hidden Debt That’s Hurting Us All
Next time you’re thinking of pulling an all-nighter to beat some looming deadline, consider this: Too little sleep can lead to increased stress levels, compromised metabolism, a suppressed immune system and a host of other health problems.
Top 10 Sleep Mistakes — and Tips to Fix Them
Although we may not like to admit it, many of the sleep problems we experience are the result of bad habits and behaviors. Here are the common sleep “mistakes” I see in my practice and their solutions.
The Healing Power of Sleep
New science shows that sleep is essential to our mental and physical health — and most of us aren’t getting enough.
The Food-Sleep Connection
When it comes to metabolic health, sleep plays an unexpectedly powerful role. At the same time, our food choices also have a big impact on how we sleep — or don’t.
Get in Sync: On Sleep and Health
Aligning your body’s clocks is key to your wellness. Here’s how to achieve optimum circadian health.
Which Nutrients and Supplements Can Help Me Sleep?
A host of supplements — think melatonin, magnesium, and more — can help you drift off and sleep more soundly. And they’re typically safer than pharmaceuticals.
Sleep & Genes: Q&A With Jonathan Cedernaes, MD, PhD
A new study finds that one bad night’s sleep can harm your body’s metabolic processes. The study’s author explains how.
You Snooze, You Win: The Health Benefits of Sleep
Getting enough sleep is essential to health, happiness and productivity. Here’s how to give your slumber the priority it deserves.
Should You Co-Sleep With Your Baby?
Most people around the world share their beds with an infant. If you choose to do this, James McKenna, PhD, offers some tips to be as safe as possible.
Sleep Well Weekend Challenge
Jump-start a healthier bedtime routine with our Sleep Well Weekend Challenge!
How Does Your Sleep Schedule Affect Your Emotions?
Researchers found that subjects who went to sleep and got up earlier reported better moods.
3 Ways Sleep Affects Your Metabolism
Poor sleep disrupts metabolic systems and can trigger these three conditions.
PUMPING IRONY: Seniors, Sleeplessness, and Shortened Lives
Older adults are more likely than most to struggle with sleep issues, and recent research suggests tossing and turning could shorten our lifespans. The solution? Exercise.
How to Stop Insomnia
Explore the various root causes of insomnia and get expert-sourced treatments for overcoming it.
5 Tips for Better Sleep
Just as you plan ahead for nutritious meals and set aside time for yoga or a vigorous walk, plan your 24-hour cycle to include enough sleep, too.