Sleep News and Information

Sleep is often treated as optional, something to sacrifice for productivity or convenience. But a growing body of research suggests that consistently poor or insufficient sleep does more than make you tired. It may actually shorten your lifespan. Scientists have spent decad...

Most people think of sleep as a single block of rest, but in reality your night is made up of repeating sleep cycles that guide how your brain and body recover. These cycles determine how rested you feel in the morning, how well you think during the day, and how your long-t...

Most people know how many hours of sleep they are supposed to get. Seven to nine hours is often repeated as the gold standard. But many still wake up feeling tired, unfocused, or unrefreshed even after spending enough time in bed. That disconnect highlights an important tru...

Dreaming can feel vivid, emotional, and sometimes more real than waking life. You might see faces, feel fear or joy, or experience entire storylines while your body remains completely still. This raises a fascinating question that scientists have studied for decades: what p...

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...