sleep Stories
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Lack Of Sleep Now Linked To Inflammation
When people sleep too much or too little, inflammatory markers in the blood rise, which may contribute to a host of chronic diseases like depression and diabetes. -
The Perfect Amount Of Sleep May Help You Prevent Diabetes
Too much or too little sleep may increase your risk of diabetes if you’re a male. -
Fitbit Just Made It Easier To Get A Good Night's Sleep
The fitness tracker now has a feature that makes it easy to track your sleep schedule and goals. -
How Much Sleep Do Kids Really Need?
Sleeping helps foster healthy mental, emotional, and physical growth in children, but not all of them require the same amount. -
Poor Sleep Sends You To The Drive Thru
How long and late you sleep has an affect on your daily diet, says study. -
The Night Shift: A Risk Factor For Heart Disease?
Insufficient sleep may disrupt the body's involuntary process, increasing the risk of cardiovascular disease. -
For Athletes With Sleep Disorders, Treatment Is An Easy Fix
A new study found that although sleep disorders are disproportionately higher in athletes, most individuals can find relief through individualized treatment plans. -
Missing Out On REM Sleep Is Especially Bad For Your Memory
Researchers found that mice whose REM sleep was disrupted experienced impaired memory formation in the brain. -
What Can I Do Just Before Bed To Get Better Sleep?
Washing your face, brushing your teeth, drinking water, and avoiding social media are all helpful for preparing you for a good night's rest, but what else? -
Lack Of Sleep Could Literally Be Hurting Your Heart
Researchers examine how sleep deprivation leads to heart problems over time in a new study, focusing primarily on cholesterol metabolism. -
Why It's Always Hard Sleeping Somewhere New
Unusual brain activity during sleep may explain why you have trouble falling into a deep slumber at a new place. -
How I Learned To Fall Asleep In 60 Seconds
This is what happened when I tried the 4-7-8 breathing technique each night for a month.