Sound machines and “sleep sounds” are often marketed as a cure for restless nights, but new research suggests they may ...
NPR's Short Wave talks about babies' perceptions of rhythm, how sleep may help us solve puzzles and why snakes may be able to fast so long.
Sound machines promise better sleep, but new research suggests they may quietly steal your REM and deep sleep.
We've all heard the best approach to solve a problem is to "sleep on it." It turns out there may be more truth to this adage ...
In less than 90 minutes, a new, less invasive electrical stimulation technique has been found to improve breathing in people with sleep apnea. The technique, which involves percutaneous hypoglossal ...
Pink noise has emerged as a “natural-sounding” alternative to white noise, with plenty of people claiming it’s a better way ...
We know that diet has a role in sleep conditions – and now it seems that dietary fibre in particular might help address them. A new systematic review of earlier studies might help plug that gap.
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Introduction Sleep problems are an escalating global health concern, with prevalence estimates ranging from 8.3% to 45%. Physicians are disproportionately affected, with rates around 44% compared with ...
Insomnia is a disorder characterized by experiencing difficulty falling or staying asleep, or waking up too early. Past studies have linked inadequate sleep to several health conditions, all of which ...
Share on Pinterest Sleep is possibly the most important factor for longevity, research shows. Image credit: Maria Korneeva/Getty Images Insomnia is a disorder characterized by experiencing difficulty ...
A massive global study has turned up some grim news: that nearly 87% of us are not routinely getting quality sleep and meeting physical activity levels needed for our long-term health. Now, scientists ...