Common sleep supplement could boost memory function
A recent study from Tokyo Medical and Dental University has brought some exciting news about melatonin, a hormone usually known for helping people sleep.
Scientists...
The science of dreams and nightmares – what is going on in our brains...
Last night you probably slept for seven to eight hours. About one or two of these was likely in deep sleep, especially if you’re...
How widely used blood pressure medications can affect your sleep
Sleep is essential for good health, yet many adults, particularly in the United States, struggle to get enough rest.
With nearly one-third of adults facing...
How brain connections help regulate sleep
Scientists have long known that sleep is essential for our health, but the exact ways our brains control sleep are still a bit of...
Why do we yawn when we see someone else yawn
After a hearty lunch at work, you and your co-workers go into a meeting.
First one colleague starts to yawn, then a second and finally...
Common blood pressure drug may harm sleep and mental health
Getting enough sleep is crucial for our overall well-being. Sleep helps our bodies recover, keeps our minds sharp, and is essential for maintaining good...
Can a stroke change your sleep patterns? New study finds possible link
A recent study suggests that people who have had a stroke may be more likely to sleep either too much or too little compared...
How high blood pressure disrupts your body’s natural day-night rhythm—and what it means for...
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, can interrupt the normal patterns of blood pressure changes between day and night, a condition affecting both...
How sleep apnea triggers high blood pressure
Sleep apnea affects nearly 40 million adults in the U.S., with many relying on continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machines to help them breathe...
Skipping sleep could lead to dangerous high blood pressure, study finds
A new study suggests that getting fewer than seven hours of sleep each night is linked to a higher risk of developing high blood...