Sleep-disordered breathing may harm the brain, increase Alzheimer’s disease risk
In a new study, researchers found that sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) is linked to changes in the brain, including amyloid deposition in brain regions typically...
This bad sleep habit may increase heart disease risk
Despite increasing awareness of how critical sleep is to our health, getting a good night's rest remains increasingly difficult in a world that's always...
Is your excessive sleepiness actually a disease?
Sleep experts warn that extreme sleepiness may not be from stress, but a sleeping disorder.
Exceptional sleepiness doesn’t always mean you’re stressed out or have...
Getting too little—or too much—sleep may be bad for your heart
Whether you like to burn the midnight oil to check emails or binge-watch your favorite series, toss and turn or sleep until mid-morning, it...
New sleep method may help improve memory function
In a new study, researchers have developed an innovative method for bolstering memory processes in the brain during sleep.
The method relies on a memory-evoking...
Stanford researchers: What you should know about sleeping pill risks
Insomnia is a real medical issue. But is it so prevalent that millions of Americans need to take sleeping pills every night?
Leading medical professionals...
Want to detox? sleep well, exercise, and eat healthy foods
Want to lose weight? Have more energy? Live pain-free? Sleep better?
Detox products—things like supplements, smoothies, diets and exercises—claim to be remedies for all these...
Sleep should be added as measure of heart health
Adding sleep to seven established metrics could create a stronger tool for predicting heart disease risk among middle-aged and older adults, new research shows.
The...
Want a better sleep? Prebiotics could help
In a new study, researchers found that specific fibers known as prebiotics can improve sleep and boost stress resilience by influencing gut bacteria.
The research...
Regular bedtime may be good for your waistline
A consistent bedtime doesn't just lead to more productive mornings – it may lead to weight loss among women and contribute to a heart-healthy...