Common sleeping pills may harm sleep quality in older adults, study finds
Many older adults struggle with insomnia, and for decades doctors have often prescribed benzodiazepines and related drugs to help them sleep.
These medications are cheap,...
Poor sleep? Eating fruits and vegetables may help protect your mental health
A good night’s sleep is often described as the foundation of good health, and new research confirms that it also plays a major role...
Slowing longevity gains make average lifespan of 100 unlikely, study finds
For much of the 20th century, people in wealthy countries saw their life expectancy rise at an extraordinary pace.
Advances in medicine, hygiene, and living...
Irregular sleep doubles heart failure risk
Getting good sleep is important for everyone, but for people recovering from heart failure, keeping a regular sleep schedule might be even more critical.
A...
Best exercises to improve sleep and ease insomnia
A new study published in BMJ Evidence Based Medicine finds that yoga, Tai Chi, walking, and jogging may be among the best exercises to...
How common blood pressure drugs could affect your sleep
Getting enough sleep is very important for staying healthy. When we sleep well, our bodies can rest and recover.
Sleep also helps our brain work...
Daytime sleepiness linked to diet and hormones, study finds
Many people struggle with overwhelming tiredness during the day, a condition known as excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS).
About one in three Americans reports experiencing it,...
New drug offers hope for people with sleep apnea
A new global study led by researchers at the University of California San Diego School of Medicine has found that tirzepatide—a drug already used...
Nighttime coffee may fuel impulsivity—especially in women, study finds
For many people, a cup of coffee at night feels like a lifesaver, whether it’s to finish a project, power through a late shift,...
How caffeine changes the sleeping brain
Caffeine is one of the most widely used substances in the world.
It’s in coffee, tea, chocolate, energy drinks, and many soft drinks, making it...