Study Finds Hidden Cause of Sleep Issue in Alzheimer’s Disease

Scientists have discovered that the sleep problems seen in Alzheimer's disease may not be caused directly by harmful protein plaques as previously believed. Instead, the...

Scientists Discover an Unexpected Link Between Sleep Quality and Bladder Health

Good sleep is important for much more than feeling rested. It supports brain function, hormone balance, heart health, and the body's natural daily rhythm. New...

Spring daylight saving time may raise the risk of eye disease

Changing the clocks for daylight saving time may do more than make people feel tired. A new study suggests that the one-hour time change could...

Yo-Yo dieting could quietly harm your muscles, study suggests

Losing weight is often seen as a success, but what happens if the weight keeps coming back? A new study suggests that repeated cycles of...

Why People with Alzheimer’s Lose Sleep So Early

Researchers have identified what may be an unexpected cause of the severe sleep problems that affect many people with Alzheimer's disease. Their study suggests that...

Small Nightly Sleep Loss May Increase Weight and Disease Risk Over Time

Getting enough sleep is often overlooked as part of a healthy lifestyle. Most people know that eating well and exercising are important, yet sleep...

Losing Just Over an Hour of Sleep Could Slowly Lead to Weight Gain

Many people stay up late to finish work, watch television, scroll through their phones, or care for family members. Losing an hour of sleep...

Why Alzheimer’s Disease May Steal Your Sleep

Scientists have uncovered a surprising reason why people with Alzheimer's disease often struggle to sleep, and the discovery could eventually lead to new treatments. Instead...

Natural Sleep Hormone May Also Help Prevent Dementia

Melatonin is best known as the natural hormone that helps control our sleep and wake cycle. The brain releases more melatonin at night, telling...

Could Sleep Supplement Melatonin Help Ease Chronic Pain?

Millions of people take melatonin to improve their sleep, especially when dealing with insomnia or jet lag. Now researchers believe this naturally produced hormone may...