Three Common Sleep Habits Linked to Faster Brain Aging
Growing evidence suggests that sleep may play a major role in protecting the brain as we get older.
Scientists have known for years that poor...
New $10 spectrometer chip could turn smartwatches into health monitors
Researchers at the University of Cambridge and startup company GlitterinTech have developed a tiny, low-cost device that could bring powerful chemical sensing capabilities to...
Working Nights and Sleeping Less Than 6 Hours Could Raise Your Risk of Joint...
When people think about the consequences of poor sleep, they often think about feeling tired, having difficulty concentrating, or struggling with mood changes. But...
Could Your Sleep Schedule Age Your Brain Fast?
Many people think of sleep as simply a time when the body rests. In reality, sleep is an active process during which the brain...
Eating fewer protein-rich foods may harm physical function in older people
As people get older, staying strong and independent becomes increasingly important.
Many older adults want to continue walking comfortably, carrying groceries, climbing stairs, gardening, traveling,...
The Hidden Mental Health Cost of Daylight Saving Time
Most people think of daylight saving time as little more than an annoyance. Twice a year, clocks move forward or backward by one hour,...
Late Sleepers Face a Hidden Mental Health Challenge
Some people feel their best early in the morning. Others seem to come alive at night. Scientists refer to these differences as chronotypes, and...
Why You Can Sleep After Coffee but Still Wake Up Tired
Many coffee drinkers believe they know whether caffeine affects them. If they can drink a cup of coffee after dinner and still fall asleep...
Popular Sleeping Pill May Help You Sleep—but Could Make Driving Dangerous
Many people struggle to get a good night's sleep. Insomnia affects millions of adults and can leave people feeling tired, frustrated, and unable to...
Why Night Owls May Feel More Anxious: Study Points to Loneliness After Dark
Many people naturally prefer staying up late and sleeping later in the morning. These individuals are often called "night owls" or evening types.
While society...