Sleep News and Information

Most people think caffeine and napping don’t belong together, but science says otherwise. A “caffeine nap,” also known as a coffee nap, can increase alertness, boost energy, and improve cognitive performance more than either caffeine or napping alone. It sounds counterintui...

Lavender has been used for centuries as a natural calming remedy, but modern research now confirms what many people have always believed. The scent of lavender can help improve sleep quality, reduce stress, and support deeper relaxation. Whether used in a diffuser, pillow s...

Many people think of high blood pressure as a condition caused by diet, stress, or genetics. While those factors play important roles, sleep is often overlooked. Consistently getting too little sleep can raise blood pressure and increase the risk of long-term cardiovascular...

Testosterone plays an essential role in energy, strength, mood, and overall wellbeing. What many people don’t realize is that it is also closely tied to sleep quality. Low testosterone can make it harder to fall asleep, stay asleep, or reach deep restorative stages of rest....

Late-night snacking is a habit many people fall into, especially when comfort foods like pasta, bread, or sweets sound appealing after a long day. But if you find yourself waking up in the middle of the night wide awake, restless, or hungry again, those late-night carbohydr...

The position you sleep in can have a surprising impact on your overall health. While everyone has a preferred way of resting, research shows that side sleeping, especially on the right side, offers several potential benefits for digestion, heart health, and breathing. It ca...

Melatonin has become one of the most popular natural sleep aids, used by millions of people looking for a better night’s rest. Whether it’s due to jet lag, shift work, or general insomnia, melatonin supplements are often seen as a safe, non-habit-forming solution. But how e...

Falling asleep quickly as a child or teenager often feels effortless. You might remember drifting off within minutes after a long day, only to wake up feeling refreshed. But as you get older, sleep tends to become lighter, shorter, and harder to come by. Many adults find th...

Yawning is one of the most universal human behaviors. Everyone does it, often without thinking about it, and it’s contagious seeing or even reading about someone yawning can make you do it too. But what exactly causes yawning, and why does it happen when we feel tired or sl...

Working the night shift has become a necessity for millions of people in healthcare, manufacturing, emergency services, and transportation. But while the world sleeps, night shift workers push their bodies against the natural rhythm of the sun. Over time, that misalignment ...